The decision may be made to switch from BID NPH insulin to insulin glargine to improve glycemia control throughout the day.If this is done:
A) The initial dose of glargine is reduced by 20% to avoid hypoglycemia
B) The initial dose of glargine is 2 to 10 Units per day
C) Patients who have been on high doses of NPH will need tests for insulin antibodies
D) Obese patients may require more than 100 Units per day
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