CDI Staff Writer Articles
Novorapid vs Humalog
Comparing NovoRapid vs Humalog can help shed some light on a few key points. What is NovoRapid? NovoRapid is the tradename for insulin aspart. It is a rapid-acting human insulin analog that aims to…
Onglyza (Saxagliptin) Uses
What is Onglyza (Saxagliptin) used for? Onglyza is a brand name version of the generic medication saxagliptin. It is a type of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor, or DPP-4 for short. Along with a…
Insulin Resistance Treatment Drugs
What is insulin resistance? Insulin resistance (IR) is a medical condition in which the cells of the body develop a resistance to the effects of insulin. In other words, there…
High Fiber Foods for Diabetics
Fiber is one of the many carbohydrates that provides everyone with a wide range of health benefits. It is a compound that the body cannot break down during digestion. It…
Cataracts and Diabetes
Were you under the impression that diabetes only affects your nerves and cardiovascular health? Let us break this to you then – diabetes can also affect your eyes. A cataract…
Inhaled Insulin Brands for Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetic symptoms usually develop due to a lack of insulin, a type of hormone that helps to regulate the blood sugar level. Produced by the Eli Lilly and Company in…
Glyburide and Weight Loss
What is Glyburide? Glyburide and Weight Loss. Glyburide (otherwise known as glibenclamide) is a type of diabetes medicine that has insulin-releasing properties. It has been approved by FDA for the management of type…
Human Insulin Vs. Analog Insulin
The difference between human insulin vs analog insulin is an interesting discussion for the curious patient wanting to know more about their treatment plan. First, you must understand that when insulin was…
Does Humalog Cause Weight Gain?
The relationship between Humalog and weight gain has been a known issue for some time. Humalog is a rapid-acting human insulin analog that is used to regulate blood sugar levels. It is…
Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes
Patients with type I or II diabetes are more likely to develop cardiovascular diseases (CVD), such as coronary heart disease (CHD). Heart conditions are particularly prevalent in patients with poorly…
Apidra (Insulin Glulisine) Uses
What is Apidra (insulin glulisine) used for? Apidra is fast-acting insulin (containing insulin glulisine) that is used with diet and exercise to control high blood glucose in people with diabetes. That means when…
Humalog Insulin Lispro Injection Sites Instructions
What is Humalog? Humalog is an injectable medication containing human insulin analogue. Designed to act rapidly, it helps to control blood glucose levels in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes.…