Additional information Water Retention Can cause modest water retention Hepatotoxicity No hepatotoxic effects known Lab Test Blood insulin levels, C-peptide test Strength 100 pct Also known as Exogenous insulin Blood pressure Can indirectly affect blood pressure by altering blood glucose levels Trade name Humulin, Novolin, Lantus, among others Storage conditions Must be kept refrigerated (2-8 degrees Celsius), avoid freezing Chemical name Insulin Formula C257H383N65O77S6 (for human insulin) Substance class Hormone, peptide Main action Lowers blood glucose levels Half-life Varies by type (Rapid-acting: 2-4 hours, Short-acting: 3-6 hours, Intermediate-acting: 12-18 hours, Long-acting: 20-24 hours) Dosage (medical) Depends on the patient's insulin sensitivity, carbohydrate intake, and blood glucose level, typically ranges from 0.5 to 1 unit/kg per day Dosage (sports) Not recommended for non-medical use Effects Decreases blood glucose, increases cellular glucose uptake, promotes glycogen synthesis Side effects Hypoglycemia, weight gain, insulin resistance, allergic reactions Use in sports Misused for anabolic purposes Manufacturer Pharmaceutical
