Side Effects of Afrezza | Dr. Jim Rybacki

Have you been diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes? Most people who have diabetes are all too familiar with injectable insulin; however, Afrezza offers patients the ability to get rapid-acting insulin through an inhaler. While those with type 1 diabetes will usually be offered a rapid-acting insulin as part of their daily diabetic treatment plan, those with type 2 diabetes may also be prescribed this type of insulin to better control their blood sugar levels during mealtimes.

Before you eat, you will inhale Afrezza to reduce blood sugar levels while you eat. Once Afrezza is inhaled it will go directly through the lungs into the bloodstream in less than a minute. By inhaling this insulin that will ensure that it gets into your bloodstream quickly and will reduce blood sugar levels in about 12 minutes. Taking Afrezza makes it convenient to get the insulin you need without having to time it perfectly every time you eat or having to rely on multiple injections throughout the day. Of course, it’s important to recognize that this medication is not designed to replace your long-acting insulin.

This rapid-acting inhaled insulin will stay within the body from around 1.5 hours to 4 hours, depending on the dose that your doctor prescribes for you. Along with a healthy diet and exercise and other medications you can reduce your risk of long-term and potentially serious complications such as nerve damage.

Afrezza is a great option for those living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who do not have lung problems such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma, as well as those who do not smoke. It’s important that you talk to your doctor about any pre-existing health problems or medications you are currently taking. Afrezza can be taken with your oral diabetic medication.

While side effects are low, some patients may experience an irritated or sore throat, cough or low blood sugar. You should always be monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly to make sure that your medication is working effectively. If side effects are persistent or troublesome it’s important that you talk to your doctor right away.

Before you begin taking Afrezza your doctor will sit down with you and discuss how much to take and how often. They will also provide you with instructions on how to use this inhalable insulin. Of course, we understand that patients may have questions or concerns about their medication along the way. This is very normal and natural. Let Dr. James Rybacki and his Essential Guide to Prescription Drugs help shed some insight and assistance into the proper way to take your medication so you don’t feel in the dark about your health. We have the answers you’re looking for.

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