# Medicines **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-medicine-drugs/14.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Trial recruiting participants for study of new type of insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trial-recruiting-participants-for-study-of-new-type-of-insulin/14959)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2024, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trial-recruiting-participants-for-study-of-new-type-of-insulin/14959 "2024-10-23T16:00:08Z")
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**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2024, 4:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-study-recruiting-participants/14799 "2024-07-23T16:44:25Z")
--- ## [A diary of my journey managing blood glucose on chemotherapy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-diary-of-my-journey-managing-blood-glucose-on-chemotherapy/14236)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 166\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2024, 2:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-diary-of-my-journey-managing-blood-glucose-on-chemotherapy/14236 "2024-05-03T14:23:53Z")
Date: 11/10/2023 This is not to focus on the cancer (bladder) that I have, but on how chemotherapy laced with a steroid will affect BG management. I am type 2 on a Tandem pump, loving C-IQ. My last HbA1c was 5.4% and m… --- ## [California is going to make and sell insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/california-is-going-to-make-and-sell-insulin/14609)
**Author:** [@ned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ned)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2024, 1:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/california-is-going-to-make-and-sell-insulin/14609 "2024-05-01T01:17:52Z")
This is apparently old news but I just learned about it. California is investing $100 million to make its own insulin and sell it for $30 per vial to all residents of California, no insurance required. --- ## [NovoLog Vial Availability Issues](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-vial-availability-issues/14569)
**Author:** [@panda](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/panda)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2024, 1:11am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-vial-availability-issues/14569 "2024-04-25T01:11:09Z")
Hey all: Just a headsup, this week I have been struggling to locate NovoLog vials. Express Scripts (my usual delivery pharmacy and PBM) expects to be out of stock until at least 5/30/2024 so I transferred my Rx to my lo… --- ## [Tresiba burning](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tresiba-burning/7778)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2024, 8:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tresiba-burning/7778 "2024-04-20T20:43:46Z")
I’m using a pump but recently started doing the untehthered regiment by taking part of my basal as Tresiba. I plan on switching over to Levemir (which I’ve never tried) once my Tresiba runs out, since that’s what I have … --- ## [Can I make diluted insulin myself? Info on diluted insulin turning cloudy?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-i-make-diluted-insulin-myself-info-on-diluted-insulin-turning-cloudy/14072)
**Author:** [@Hopper900](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Hopper900)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2024, 5:31am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-i-make-diluted-insulin-myself-info-on-diluted-insulin-turning-cloudy/14072 "2024-04-12T05:31:34Z")
Hey there, I would like to know if anyone has any experience with diluting insulin themselves? Are there any special procedures or tests that need to be performed? How long can I use it for if I am able to do it mysel… --- ## [Enterra for Severe Gastroparesis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/enterra-for-severe-gastroparesis/14485)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2024, 10:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/enterra-for-severe-gastroparesis/14485 "2024-03-15T22:08:05Z")
I have suffered with Gastroparesis for years now, but it has gotten to the point where i am on every medication under the sun, and i have still ended up in the hospital with such pain, nausea, and even sepsis from blocka… --- ## [High Sugars from Psyllium?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-sugars-from-psyllium/14380)
**Author:** [@KiwiD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/KiwiD)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 10:09am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-sugars-from-psyllium/14380 "2024-02-04T10:09:02Z")
Hi! I’m a type 1 on a pump, newer to this board. Not sure if this category is the correct place for this message, since it’s a supplement, not a medicine… My new dietician/diabetes educator recommended psyllium powder t… --- ## [Decreased insulin resistance post surgery](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/decreased-insulin-resistance-post-surgery/14386)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 11:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/decreased-insulin-resistance-post-surgery/14386 "2024-02-03T23:20:40Z")
A hypothesis, after having surgery to repurpose about 7" of my small intestine. I find myself less carb sensitive. Maybe it is the gut is still revolting after being violated or there is a slightly reduced nutrient absor… --- ## [A History of Insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-history-of-insulin/3387)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2024, 8:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-history-of-insulin/3387 "2024-01-26T08:42:19Z")
The video below gives an excellent history of the discovery of insulin. WARNING: There are pictures shown that may be disturbing to some of you. This is a very well prepared, and very educational video. I hope that many … --- ## [Novolog vs Humalog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-vs-humalog/14337)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2024, 1:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-vs-humalog/14337 "2024-01-12T01:58:17Z")
So, like others have experienced, PBMs tend to change with insurance, or they themselves change formularies. Caremark made me switch from Humalog to Novolog, and I’m loving it. Since I’ve started HRT (another thing I’ll … --- ## [Insulin still good?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-still-good/14327)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2023, 4:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-still-good/14327 "2023-12-29T16:57:11Z")
We’re in a cold place where the overnight low is 26 degrees fahrenheit. Current temperature is actually 26 degrees. We forgot the diabetes supply bag in the car from around 6pm last night. We just opened the car and the … --- ## [The 10 drugs](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-10-drugs/14092)
**Author:** [@jbowler](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jbowler)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2023, 11:27pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-10-drugs/14092 "2023-09-04T23:27:38Z")
The 10 drugs for Medicare to negotiate the price have been chosen: The list is enumerated by NBC (without the context for people outside the US): The interesting entry from our point of view is the last two, if cor… --- ## [Very careful insulin dilution instructions](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/very-careful-insulin-dilution-instructions/14089)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2023, 3:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/very-careful-insulin-dilution-instructions/14089 "2023-09-01T15:37:19Z")
These instructions will seem ridiculously over-the-top detailed and meticulous to many of you. That’s fine. They are intended to be as ultra-cautious and careful as possible. It’s one thing if you go low or high. You kn… --- ## [Missed Dose of Semglee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/missed-dose-of-semglee/14048)
**Author:** [@douglas.hershey](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/douglas.hershey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2023, 12:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/missed-dose-of-semglee/14048 "2023-08-12T12:38:26Z")
I’m a type II for 10 years and I take 64 units of Semglee each night at 10 PM. Missed my dose for the first time ever last night, and realized it at 6 AM this morning. Took half my regular dose (32 units) at that time; p… --- ## [Results of mixing some Humalog with Novalog in a cartridge](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/results-of-mixing-some-humalog-with-novalog-in-a-cartridge/14031)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2023, 8:32am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/results-of-mixing-some-humalog-with-novalog-in-a-cartridge/14031 "2023-08-09T08:32:38Z")
I am not suggesting doing this on purpose. The other day I drew out the last of a vial of Novalog getting about 80% of what was needed. I went to the fridge to get a new vial and grabbed the one remaining vial of Humalog… --- ## [I hate oral steroids](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-hate-oral-steroids/13919)
**Author:** [@allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/allison)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2023, 8:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-hate-oral-steroids/13919 "2023-08-03T08:30:22Z")
I had gum graft surgery on Wednesday and have had two days of my pump looking like this. Cause A: oral steroid taper for 6 days, finished day 3 today (done with most of the pills). Hoping it’s easier to control tomor… --- ## [T2D adding GLP-1 receptor agonists to usual drug regimen were somewhat (18%) less likely to suffer a first-time heart attack or stroke in coming years](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t2d-adding-glp-1-receptor-agonists-to-usual-drug-regimen-were-somewhat-18-less-likely-to-suffer-a-first-time-heart-attack-or-stroke-in-coming-years/13817)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 11:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t2d-adding-glp-1-receptor-agonists-to-usual-drug-regimen-were-somewhat-18-less-likely-to-suffer-a-first-time-heart-attack-or-stroke-in-coming-years/13817 "2023-07-08T23:42:51Z")
“Head-to-head study finds which diabetes meds are best for the heart” from U.S. News & World Report summarizes a recent VA study that found Veterans with diabetes who added drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists to their u… --- ## [Enzyme shortage](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/enzyme-shortage/13925)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2023, 4:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/enzyme-shortage/13925 "2023-07-01T04:17:01Z")
Heads up to any 3cs, or those on pancreatic enzymes. Apparently, there is a pancreatic enzyme shortage. Canada was hit with the same shortage a year ago, apparently. The meds that I take in order to process food (Viokace… --- ## [Insulin below freezing -- should we risk it?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-below-freezing-should-we-risk-it/3120)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2023, 3:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-below-freezing-should-we-risk-it/3120 "2023-06-20T15:37:20Z")
WE just came back from two weeks of vacation and the MedAngel thingie I set up in my son’s insulin read 30.8 degrees Fahrenheit. So below freezing – yikes! I noticed part of my beverages in the fridge had some ice in the… --- ## [Insulin Thermostability in the real world](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-thermostability-in-the-real-world/13819)
**Author:** [@Karl.n](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Karl.n)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2023, 10:19pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-thermostability-in-the-real-world/13819 "2023-05-11T22:19:47Z")
Once again, FUD leading the way! https://www.thelancet.com/pdfs/journals/landia/PIIS2213-8587(23)00028-1.pdf --- ## [Insulin reaction times](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-reaction-times/13724)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 2:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-reaction-times/13724 "2023-03-29T14:26:34Z")
Good evening all, I have a question (say it isn’t so), anyway I am on NovoLog on my Omnipod5 and yes I know the action time and how long the tail is, and yes I understand that larger doses can take longer for your system… --- ## [Ozempic - NYT article](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ozempic-nyt-article/13615)
**Author:** [@Strat1117](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Strat1117)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2023, 12:27am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ozempic-nyt-article/13615 "2023-03-03T00:27:15Z")
Probably of only limited interest, but maybe some - “As more patients turn to diabetes medications like Ozempic for other uses, a shortage has taken hold. But doctors say going off these drugs can take a toll.” \[Emphasi… --- ## [Blood o' rama after injecting](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blood-o-rama-after-injecting/13387)
**Author:** [@Finn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Finn)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2023, 6:39pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blood-o-rama-after-injecting/13387 "2023-02-24T18:39:58Z")
I had a weird thing happen this morning when I injected my Abasaglar. As I was injecting, everything seemed fine, but after I pulled the needle out a lot of blood pooled up. A lot. This happens once in a while and usua… --- ## [Possible Tip on Basal Insulin Timing](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/possible-tip-on-basal-insulin-timing/13599)
**Author:** [@GarLipow](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/GarLipow)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2023, 4:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/possible-tip-on-basal-insulin-timing/13599 "2023-02-22T04:43:25Z")
I Inject Lantus once every 24 hours. I had trouble with high post-breakfast highs and finally figured out a way to to solve it by timing my insulin injection to match my particular need. I’m not suggesting what I am abo… --- ## [Second Covid booster?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/second-covid-booster/12368)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2023, 4:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/second-covid-booster/12368 "2023-01-13T16:07:30Z")
Just heard on the news that CDC concludes the Covid booster wanes after about 4 months. I checked the general info on the CDC website and they are not (yet) recommending that we get a second booster. Since my 4 month dat… --- ## [Medica Insurance insulin coverage](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medica-insurance-insulin-coverage/13363)
**Author:** [@Karl.n](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Karl.n)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2022, 6:12pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medica-insurance-insulin-coverage/13363 "2022-11-28T18:12:21Z")
Its that wonderful (read frustrating) time of the year: open enrollment! The plans available to my family are shuffling this year and I’m trying to get a realistic understanding of insulin options before signing up. Does… --- ## [Purchasing Insulin OTC in Switzerland](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/purchasing-insulin-otc-in-switzerland/13189)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 7:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/purchasing-insulin-otc-in-switzerland/13189 "2022-09-27T07:16:08Z")
Stopped for a few days in Bern before the flights home. Tried a city pharmacy for insulin, to see if it would be worth buying some here. For Fiasp or Novolog they charge 50 francs per vial, about $45. And they want to se… --- ## [Clonidine and blood glucose - Help!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/clonidine-and-blood-glucose-help/13021)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2022, 10:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/clonidine-and-blood-glucose-help/13021 "2022-08-18T22:41:55Z")
Anyone take clonidine for blood pressure? I’m interested in your experiences with its side effects. My PCP took me off a calcium channel blocker due to edema in my feet and ankles, and replaced it with clonidine (alpha … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-medicine-drugs/14.md) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-medicine-drugs/14.md?page=2)