Inhaled insulin is a prescription drug that helps lower blood sugar by providing insulin for the body. This eMedTV page explains how the medication works to remove sugar from the blood, lists possible side effects, and covers dosing guidelines.
This eMedTV resource lists some of the most common side effects of inhaled insulin, including low blood sugar, coughing, and a sinus infection. This page also lists potentially serious side effects, such as an allergic reaction or trouble breathing.
What is inhaled insulin used for? This eMedTV article explains how the medication works to control blood sugar levels in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. This article also explains how inhaled insulin works to lower blood sugar after meals.
As this eMedTV page explains, the recommended inhaled insulin dosage will vary, depending on several factors, such as the type of diabetes you have and other medications you are taking. This page also outlines some tips on taking the medicine.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, there are potential drug interactions with inhaled insulin and other medicines, such as thyroid medications, diuretics, and oral contraceptives. This page also explains the problems these interactions can lead to.
This page of the eMedTV Web site describes several precautions and warnings with inhaled insulin, such as the risk of low blood sugar and the danger of taking the drug when pregnant. This page also lists those who should avoid taking the medication.
This eMedTV article explains that a patent currently prevents any generic inhaled insulin from being manufactured until 2010, when the patent expires. This page also warns against places claiming to sell a generic version of the medication.
