During the summer months, and in areas where it is hot all year around, it’s important to protect your insulin from excessive temperatures. Follow these tips to keep your insulin at optimal temps.
Insulin Storage
Remember unopened insulin vials or pens should be kept in the refrigerator and are good until the expiration date that appears on the container. When your pen or vial is opened, it can be left out at room temperature and is usually good for 28 days.For example, Levemir is good for 42 days. If you are on a premixed insulin, the number of days varies. The best thing to do is check with the manufacturer’s website.
During the summer months, and in areas where it is hot all year around, it’s important to protect your insulin from excessive temperatures. Follow these tips to keep your insulin at optimal temps.
Not Too Hot, Not Too Cold
NEVER store your insulin in the car, trunk, or glove compartment. The car will get too hot and will damage your insulin. Keep your insulin in a small cooler or insulated lunch bag, but do not store it directly on ice. And never freeze your insulin.
During the summer months, and in areas where it is hot all year around, it’s important to protect your insulin from excessive temperatures. Follow these tips to keep your insulin at optimal temps.
Damaged Insulin
When insulin has been damaged, you may not notice anything visibly wrong with it; however, it will no longer work properly and can result in high blood glucose levels. You may notice particles or discoloration. Never use insulin that has been frozen or heated.
During the summer months, and in areas where it is hot all year around, it’s important to protect your insulin from excessive temperatures. Follow these tips to keep your insulin at optimal temps.
More Active…More Lows
Remember during the summer months, we tend to be more active and we tend to be more at risk for going low. Always have your Medical ID, glucose tabs, and glucometer with you.
During the summer months, and in areas where it is hot all year around, it’s important to protect your insulin from excessive temperatures. Follow these tips to keep your insulin at optimal temps.
Day Trip
Do not take a vacation from your diabetes. You should go out prepared by bringing your medication and remember to correct when needed. Stick to your schedule and plan ahead if you’re going to be away for the day. Have fun, but remember to take care of yourself as well.
