Humulin R

Who can use Humulin R?

Humulin R is used to improve glycemic control in adults and children with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This medicine comes in a liquid solution and helps manage blood sugar levels.

Strengths of Humulin R

Positive reviews of Humulin R:

• Humulin R is available as an over-the-counter medicine.
• It can be used if you are also diagnosed with liver or kidney disease.
• A male diabetes patient reported switching to Humulin R after being unsuccessful with other medications. He later added that after taking 22 units of Humulin R twice a day, his blood sugar levels were in the normal range within 36 hours.
• Humulin R is quick, effective, affordable, and easy to use.

Weaknesses of Humulin R

Negative reviews of Humulin R:

• The medicine can cause unexplained weight gain and fat buildup.
• It has an increased risk of low blood sugar or hypoglycemia.
• A diabetes patient needed to stop using Humulin R as it can cause swelling.

Sources:

https://www.drugs.com/comments/insulin-regular/humulin-r-u-500-concentrated-for-diabetes-mellitus-type-ii.html

https://www.webmd.com/drugs/drugreview-5218-humulin-r-regular-u-100-insulin-injection