They instead recommend alternative methods, such as basal-bolus insulin. However, some healthcare professionals may still temporarily use sliding scale insulin therapy for people with noncritical ...

d Basal insulin (glargine, detemir, or isophane [NPH]) may be substituted for bedtime ... Patients may be considered for U-500 insulin therapy if they are currently on a dosage of ≥200 units ...

The authors recommend the use of basal-bolus insulin therapy for hospitalized general medical patients who have diabetes.

There was also some evidence that the use of discreet devices, like those of the NovoPen ® family, facilitates adherence to intensive insulin therapy regimens, helps to improve lifestyle ...