I am new to injecting insulin and am not sure if the FlexPens I'm using need to be refrigerated. I know that the one I'm using does not have to be for 28 days but the remaining ones in the box, I'm not sure about.
Do the unopened NovoLog flexpens need to be refrigerated? Same Q for Lantus SoloStar. Thanks?
- Posted:
- 9 Feb 2012 by jfleetwd
- Topics:
- lantus, lantus solostar, novolog, novolog flexpen, diabetes, type 2, insulin
Answers (1)
9 Feb 2012
PenFill cartridges or NovoLog (insulin aspart [rdna origin] inj) FlexPen Prefilled Syringes:
Once a cartridge or a NovoLog (insulin aspart [rdna origin] inj) FlexPen is punctured, it should be kept at temperatures below 30°C (86°F) for up to 28 days, but should not be exposed to excessive heat or sunlight. A NovoLog (insulin aspart [rdna origin] inj) FlexPen or cartridge in use must NOT be stored in the refrigerator. Keep the NovoLog (insulin aspart [rdna origin] inj) FlexPen and all PenFill cartridges away from direct heat and sunlight. Unpunctured NovoLog (insulin aspart [rdna origin] inj) FlexPen and PenFill cartridges can be used until the expiration date printed on the label if they are stored in a refrigerator. Keep unused NovoLog (insulin aspart [rdna origin] inj) FlexPen and PenFill cartridges in the carton so they will stay clean and protected from light.
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