An intermediate-acting diabetes drug, NPH insulin is used to control blood sugar in people with diabetes. This eMedTV page explains how NPH insulin works and offers more information on the drug's effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Potential side effects of NPH insulin include injection site skin reactions and blood sugar changes. This eMedTV segment also lists potentially serious NPH insulin side effects (and their warnings signs) that require immediate medical attention.
NPH insulin is used for treating diabetes in both adults and children. This article from the eMedTV archives discusses NPH insulin uses in more detail and provides information on how this specific form of insulin works.
There is no standard NPH insulin dosage, but the drug is typically taken once or twice daily. This eMedTV Web page contains more information on NPH insulin dosing and includes general tips and precautions on how to use this form of insulin.
Medicines that may cause drug interactions with NPH insulin include octreotide, fibrates, and beta blockers. This eMedTV article provides a list of other medications that may interact with NPH insulin and cause dangerously low blood sugar levels.
Low blood sugar is the most common and most serious side effect of NPH insulin. This eMedTV page includes other precautions and warnings with NPH insulin, including a list of other potential side effects and information on who should not use the drug.
