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For Kids: How to Give Yourself an Insulin Shot (Mixed Dose)

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Here's how to mix two types of insulin in the same shot. One type is usually a shorter-acting insulin, which looks clear. The other is an intermediate-acting insulin, which looks cloudy.

Author: Semko, Laura

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