Humulin N
Humulin N
Humulin N (pronounced: /ˈhjuːmʊlɪn ˈɛn/) is a brand of insulin that is used to control high blood sugar in patients with diabetes mellitus. It is a type of intermediate-acting insulin known as NPH insulin, where NPH stands for Neutral Protamine Hagedorn.
Etymology
The name "Humulin" is derived from "human insulin", indicating its origin. The "N" in Humulin N stands for "Neutral", part of the term "Neutral Protamine Hagedorn", which describes the type of insulin it is.
Usage
Humulin N is used to improve blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus. It is an intermediate-acting insulin, which means it starts to work a few hours after injection and keeps working for up to 18-24 hours. This makes it suitable for maintaining baseline insulin levels, but it is often used in combination with a short-acting insulin for mealtime blood sugar control.
Related Terms
- Insulin: A hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
- Diabetes Mellitus: A group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.
- Blood Sugar: The concentration of glucose present in the blood.
- Neutral Protamine Hagedorn: A type of insulin that is intermediate-acting.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Humulin N
- Wikipedia's article - Humulin N
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