How Long Does It Take for Insulin to Leave the System?
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The body's own naturally produced insulin has an incredibly short half-life of only 3 to 5 minutes, but determining exactly **how long does it take for insulin to leave the system** after an injection is more complex, and depends entirely on the type of medication used. The pharmaceutical formulation of insulin is specifically designed to influence its duration, providing different options for mealtime and basal needs.
