Do You Draw up Nph or Regular First

When mixing insulin NPH with other preparations of insulin (eg, insulin aspart, insulin glulisine, insulin lispro, insulin regular), insulin NPH should be drawn into the syringe after the other insulin preparations. After mixing NPH with regular insulin, the formulation should be used immediately.

Do you draw up clear or cloudy insulin first?

Always withdraw clear insulin first before withdrawing cloudy insulin. Ensure the total dose of clear and cloudy insulin is correct. If overdrawn, discard and repeat. “Not all types of insulin are suitable to be mixed.

What is the correct technique for mixing and administering insulin?

Roll the bottle of insulin between your hands two to three times to mix the insulin. Do not shake the bottle, as air bubbles can form and affect the amount of insulin withdrawn. Wipe off the rubber part on the top of the insulin bottle with an alcohol pad or cotton ball dampened with alcohol.