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Short-Acting InsulinAction of Short-Acting InsulinAlso called clear insulin, because of its transparent appearance, short-acting insulin, begins working in the body within 30 minutes after injection. Typically, short-acting insulin works at maximum strength for 1-3 hours and is usually gone within 6-8 hours. As a result of its relatively short lifespan, short-acting insulin must be injected several times during the day. For more, see Types of Commercial Insulin Warning: Always consult your doctor or diabetes counselor about which type of insulin is best for your diabetes. |
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