Lo que se necesita para comenzar
Inhaler
Small refillable inhaler contains a compartment for powdered insulin containing cartridges.
Cartridge
Cartridges come in three doses: 4, 8, and 12-unit doses. All color coded.
Ver y Aprender
Introduction to Afrezza
How to Use Afrezza
Using Afrezza
Detalles del dispositivo
Affordability and Access
$$$$
Widely covered. Price range; 0-$99/month, depending on insurance coverage. $35/month for medicare and commercial insurance plans.
Data Monitoring Options
No Options
Data View Options
No Options
Duration and Storage
10 Days
Open cartridges last up to 10 days. Sealed cartridges may be stored in a refrigerator at 36°F - 46°F until the expiration date.
Vision / Auditory / Dexterity
NO text to speech
NO vibration alerts
A LOT of dexterity needed
Consideraciones del paciente
Confort
Many components. Have to carry multiple cartridges that can be bulky.
Estilo de Vida Activo
Body free of devices. Does not remain attached to the body.
Evitar los Altibajos
Very short-acting. Absorbs quickly through the lungs to correct high blood sugar but requires attention to prevent lows.
Fácil de Usar
Simple design. Whistle-like device for inhaling insulin.
Fácil Dosificación de Insulina
Less precise. Dosing may be less precise due to inhaled method of dosing but color-coded cartridges make dosing easier.
Menos Pinchazos en Los Dedos
Frequent finger-sticks are required.
Privacidad
Hideable. Small, discreet, and portable device that's not as noticeable as injections.
Combinaciones relacionadas
Sensor & Inhaler
Dexcom G6 & Afrezza
Si no te gusta tener cosas en tu cuerpo pero quieres datos de glucosa a simple vista, el Dexcom G6 viene calibrado de fábrica y no requiere pinchazos en el dedo. Junto con el inhalador Afrezza, esta es una de las combinaciones más discretas.
Meter & Inhaler
Medidor & Afrezza
Este combo es simple y privado.
Sensor & Inhaler
Freestyle Libre 2 & Afrezza
Si no te gusta tener cosas en tu cuerpo pero quieres datos de glucosa a simple vista, el Freestyle Libre es sensor más pequeño. Junto con el inhalador Afrezza, esta es una de las combinaciones más discretas.