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Insulin Syringes: Different Types, and Sizes, Applications

Different Types, and Sizes of insulin syringes

An insulin syringe is similar to other syringes, as they have the same essential features. However, the insulin syringe is designed for use in injecting insulin in diabetic patients through the subcutaneous tissue (immediately below the skin). Patients with type-1 diabetes may inject insulin up to 4 or 5 times daily. Injection to the subcutaneous … Read more

Insulin Injection Devices: Insulin Syringes, Pens, Pumps, Different Types, How to Inject Insulin

Insulin Injection Devices, Insulin Syringes, Pens, Pumps, Different Types, How to Inject Insulin

In the management of diabetes, insulin syringes are often used to deliver insulin injection to the subcutaneous tissue, or “sub-Q” injection, the layer of fat between the skin and the muscle. This is because insulin is easily broken down when given orally (pill) as it is a protein and can degrade in the stomach and … Read more