What is the mix in NovoLog 70 30?
Also, how does NovoLog Mix 70/30 work?
NovoLog® Mix 70/30 is a premix insulin used to control high blood sugar in adults with diabetes. When taken as directed by your doctor, NovoLog® Mix 70/30 helps cover blood sugar surges at meals and also has an extended release that can last up to 24 hours. NovoLog® Mix 70/30 is typically taken twice a day.
Subsequently, question is, is NovoLog 70/30 short or long acting? The main difference between these two insulins is that Novolog 70/30 - contains an intermediate acting and a very fast acting insulin, whereas Novolin 70/30 contains an intermediate acting insulin and a short acting insulin.
Similarly one may ask, what does NovoLog 70/30 mean?
Insulin is a hormone that works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Insulin aspart is a fast-acting insulin. Insulin aspart protamine is an intermediate-acting insulin. NovoLog Mix 70/30 is a combination medicine used to improve blood sugar control in adults with diabetes mellitus (type 1 or type 2).
How much does NovoLog 70/30 cost?
The cost for NovoLog Mix 70/30 FlexPen subcutaneous suspension (30 units-70 units/mL) is around $593 for a supply of 15 milliliters, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.