Benefit
When standard NPH is administered at night, its peak of action can coincide with the lower serum glucose levels associated with nocturnal metabolism, potentially setting the stage for nocturnal hypoglycaemia. Lantus is associated with a lower risk of nocturnal hypoglycaemia.
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