These insulins are available as vials, and as insulin pens. The traditional NPH ratio of Regular pre-mixed insulin 70:30 (70% NPH, 30% Regular) is still available.Insulin/Aspart (Novolog) combinations also are available as 70:30 mixtures (70% NPH, 30% insulin aspart).In the United States, rapid-acting insulin, Lyspro (humalog) is mixed with NPH in a 50:50 (50% NPH and 50% insulin Lyspro) and 75:25 (75% NPH and 25% insulin Lyspro) ratio.These mixtures include various combinations: NPH insulin may be mixed with both rapid-acting insulin analogs and fast-acting human Regular insulin. Have diminished vision or trouble with dexterity.Are older, with regular meal and activity patterns.Pre-mixed insulins are usually prescribed for patients needing a simple insulin treatment plan, and sliding scale therapy.
