Types of insulin
- Long-acting (basal): covers your body's needs between meals and overnight.
- Rapid-acting (mealtime): covers the carbs you eat.
- Premixed: combines both in one shot for some people.
- Pumps: deliver insulin all day and can link with a CGM.
How we manage insulin
We review your blood sugar or CGM reports, your meals and your routine. Then we set simple rules for adjusting doses. For many people with type 2 diabetes, adding a GLP-1 medicine lowers the amount of insulin needed and helps with weight.
Insulin cost
Under the Inflation Reduction Act, insulin costs for people on Medicare are capped at 35 dollars per month for each covered insulin. Several makers also offer savings programs. We help you find the most affordable option.