Therapeutic Insulin

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Therapeutic Insulin Definition

A synthetically- or animal-derived form of insulin used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Therapeutic insulin is formulated to be short-, intermediate- and long-acting in order to individualize an insulin regimen according to individual differences in glucose and insulin metabolism. Long-acting insulins are administered to complement short-acting insulins administered at mealtimes. These agents may be derived from porcine, bovine or recombinant sources. Endogenous human insulin, a pancreatic hormone composed of two polypeptide chains, is important for the normal metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats; it has anabolic effects on many types of tissues.

Therapeutic Insulin Synonyms

Therapeutic Insulin, Insulin, Recombinant Insulin

Therapeutic Insulin

Therapeutic Insulin Definition

Therapeutic Insulin Synonyms

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