NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which adverse effect is not associated with insulin usage?

Hypoglycemia

Hypertension

Insulin usage is not typically associated with hypertension as an adverse effect. The correct answer is B. Insulin helps to lower blood sugar levels and does not directly cause hypertension.

Hypoglycemia, weight gain, and lipoatrophy/hypertrophy are commonly known adverse effects associated with insulin usage. Hypoglycemia can occur if too much insulin is administered or if the patient's food intake is delayed or insufficient. Weight gain is a common side effect of insulin therapy, especially in patients who improve their blood sugar levels with insulin treatment. Lipoatrophy refers to the loss of fat tissue at the injection site, while lipohypertrophy refers to fat accumulation at the injection site, both of which can occur with prolonged insulin use.

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Lipoatrophy/hypertrophy

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