neutral protamine aspart (NPA) insulin

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Introduction

Intermediate-acting insulin (see insulin for injection). Longer-acting than regular insulin, similar to NPH insulin

Dosage

generally QHS dosing

Pharmacokinetics

  • used with insulin aspart: combo
    • onset 10-20 minutes
    • peak 1-6 hours
    • duration 10-18 hours

More general terms

Component of

References

  1. Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 17, 18, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2015, 2018.