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    Have you ever used inhaled insulin?

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    35 Comments

    1. AnitaS

      I have used it a few times, but since I only use it when my sugar is very high (300+), I very rarely use it. It tends to drop my sugar too low so I really don’t like to use it. Even when my sugar has reached over 300 (like when my infusion set accidentally got dislodged), my sugar drops too low when using the afrezza so I have to consume some carbs to not go too low.

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      1. Amanda Barras

        I just posted a comment where I thought this might be useful for a stubborn high or a failed sight. But, I haven’t used it myself. Good to know that going too low is a possibility!

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    2. Julie Pierce

      I have used inhaled insulin while participating in a study.

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    3. Amanda Barras

      No, and with using the pump I’d be worried about stacking insulin if I did both. But, I think it could be useful to use like a rescue inhaler for a stubborn high to help bring it down quicker, for situations like failed sites or miss calculated carbs.

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    4. Judith Marged

      I tried inhalable insulin in a clinical trial. Once it was approved, I fought with my insurance company to cover it. I have been using Afrezza for several years now. My A1C went from 7.9 to 6.4 in the first three months. As long as I have been using Afrezza, I have never had an A1C above 6.9, which is amazing for a brittle diabetic.

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    5. Joan McGinnis

      I di not fit criteria for it have very mild asthmas, and rhinnorhea. dont think i need to try it happy with pump and sensor.

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    6. Brian Vodehnal

      It’s a game changer for treating a high. They need to work on the harshness of the delivery. Anything over 12 units is brutal.

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      1. KCR

        I primarily use it for high BGs as well—so fast, easier then an IM injection.

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      2. Dave Akers

        There’s nothing higher than 12u cartridge to inhale. You can take multiple doses if needed.

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    7. cynthia jaworski

      I was offered a trial, but turned it down when I learned that the smallest increment was 2 units.
      After more consideration, I think it might be useful for combating highs. Room what i read here, I would probably need less than what is typically needed for a high. However, I am still reluctant to add yet another insulin type to my collection of meds.

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    8. Marty

      I’d love to try it to deal with highs quickly, but it’s very expensive and not covered by any Medicare supplemental drug plan as far as I know. I wonder if the $35 monthly limit on insulin costs starting in 2023 will change that.

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    9. Ginger Vieira

      I LOVE inhaled insulin. I resisted trying it for years but it is a game-changer! There are so many misconceptions about how it works.
      Read more about my experience here on T1D Exchange: https://t1dexchange.org/my-a1c-dropped-from-6-1-to-5-7-using-inhaled-insulin-gingers-story/

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    10. Lyn McQuaid

      I have never used it but am interested in keeping it on hand for extreme highs, which seem to happen to me with pump cannula occlusions now and then. However, when I broached it with my endo, he said he wasn’t comfortable prescribing it, even for occasional use. šŸ¤·ā€ā™€ļø

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    11. Tb-well

      No, the initial release and the cancer numbers make me super hesitant to use it.

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      1. Dave Akers

        What is your claim based on? Please site your source so we can fact check. Been using it for 4yrs straight. Seen no reports on what you’re saying.

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    12. Bob Durstenfeld

      I tried, but was refused due to asthma. I was interested in using it to correct for high bg’s.

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    13. mbulzomi@optonline.net

      I was in a test program using Inhaled Insulin and the test turned out to be a failure. The inhaled insulin only came in fixed dosage; however, it never covered my Bolous requirements. Only pumpers were used so as our Basels were fixed in place.

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    14. Dave Akers

      You CANNOT match the onset, peak, and IOB time with any other insulin. Injectable isn’t for everyone, but almost everyone is on it. There is another option.
      I LIVE IT & LOVE IT!

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    15. Sherolyn Newell

      I haven’t used it, and it sounds like I can’t. An adjustment bolus for me, even at 300, is quite a bit less than 2 units. Also, my bolus for a snack is less than 2 units.

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    16. Sherrie Johnson

      Tried a sample wasn’t for me

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    17. Rick Martin

      I use it as my only short-acting insulin. Due to scar tissue, inhaled has worked so much better than injections/pump. My A1c has been 6.1 since being on Afrezza for a few years now.

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    18. Kristine Warmecke

      No. My endocrinologist wanted me to take part in the trail’s before its was FDA approved but I couldn’t pass the Lung Function Test to be included.

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    19. John Henninger

      I was involved in a test of inhaled insulin. Did not receive the results expected and was somewhat uncomfortable.

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    20. Kevin McCue

      Overall I am pleased with inhaled insulin. Sometimes it doesn’t seem effective requiring another dose but overall works faster and falls off faster than injected insulin

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    21. betsy valian

      It would be great if there was more information on inhaled insulin.

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    22. Vicki Breckenridge

      I want to try inhaled insulin!

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    23. Sandra Norman

      I use it for highs, usually because of pump failure’s, but not that often as I’m doing well on Omnipod 5. It does work very quick which is great, but unfortunately makes me cough which is annoying.

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    24. Angela Naccari

      I have used Afrezza and loved it. I stopped when I went on Medicare two years ago because I did not want to struggle with getting the help I needed with the cost. It worked great because at the time I was having absorption problems due to almost 60 years type 1. I am back on pump now and hoping that if absorption problems happen again I will be able to go back on Afrezza and have Medicare help with the cost. It will be the only way to not have high sugars if liquid insulin cannot be absorbed!

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    25. Tom Caesar

      My endorsement gave me samples to try with his determination that size 4=2 actual, 6=3, and 12=6. Have tried them and found them very helpful bringing down highs rapidly. Looked into insurance coverage, ha, not covered. Would cost approx $40,000 for 3 month supply of lowest dose, or $155 THOUSAND yearly!!!! Thanks but no thanks, will be happy with my pump and Humalog! Crazy

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      1. Ginger Vieira

        Hi Tom! This is NOT the cost of Afrezza with or without insurance. They have an awesome patient assistance program for anyone who can’t get insurance coverage. (Most insurance companies will say they don’t cover it — your doctor just has to appeal.) Here are two articles to learn more about getting/paying for Afrezza:
        https://beyondtype1.org/getting-inhaled-insulin/

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    26. Becky Hertz

      I have asthma so don’t qualify. I’d love to give it a try though.

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    27. Mig Vascos

      I’ve never used it. I very well understand the problems with occlusions and stubborn highs. They’re real nuisances. I inject 1 or two units of Humalog to remedy the problem. But like everything with diabetes it’s always a gambling. You never know exactly how many units are going to do the trick and concern over having to fight a rapid low is always another problem.

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    28. Bekki Weston

      Yes, been using for almost two years. Injected humalog is still my primary, but Afrezza is great for “I want/need to eat NOW” situations, and for those stubborn highs. Am soon to go on Medicare, so hope one of the supplements will cover it. Occasional slight cough, but passed the breathing test with flying colors.

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    29. Daniel Bestvater

      No, unfortunately inhaled insulin is not available in Canada,

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    30. Yerachmiel

      I’ve already gotten the product and a few of the inhalers but have been unable to schedule education (how to use it). If someone could point me in correct direction (or better tell me who to contact local to get help from company rep) would greatly appreciate

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