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INSULIN
Rapid: (Lispro)

1. Onset: <15min- 20 min
2. Peak: 1hr
3. Duration : 3hr

Short: (Regular)

1. Onset: 1/2hr-1hr
2. Peak: 2-3 hr
3. Duration: 4-6 hr

Intermediate: (NPH or Lente)

1. Onset: 2hr
2. Peak: 6-12
3. Duration: 16-24

Long Acting: (Ultralente)

1. Onse:t 4-6 hr Peak: 12-16hr Duration: >24 hrs

Very Long: (Lantus) Onset: 1 hr Peak: NONE Duration: 24 hr continuous