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flag A new insulin gel may replace daily injections by delivering insulin through the skin for up to 12 hours in animal tests.

flag A new insulin gel, tested in mice and pigs, may one day eliminate the need for daily insulin injections. flag Made from a pH-responsive polymer, the gel adjusts its shape to deliver insulin through the skin, normalizing blood sugar for up to 12 hours in diabetic mice and pigs with no irritation. flag It acts like long-acting insulin, requiring careful dosing to avoid low blood sugar. flag While human skin varies, the technology shows promise for needle-free treatment and could deliver other protein drugs. flag Extensive testing and trials are still needed before it’s available.

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