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What will happen if i accidentally injected 30 units of air instead of insulin?
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Probably nothing : I assume it was given subcutaneously. This should pose no harm.
Answered 10/22/2020
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Nothing: as long as it is injected sub q as insulin is and not into a blood vessel.
Answered 1/31/2020
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