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Insulin: some say yes, some say no
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The TEST of Truth
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Please reassure me that humulin r does NOT have to be refrigerated. It is around 70 degrees where it is, and it is out of the light, but cannot be refrigerated. Would freezing it before shooting it help? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
The Iron Game
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The TEST of Truth, from what I read yesterday it must be refrigerated. 3 people all confirmed the same thing, one of which a diabetic for 14 or 17 years.
Powerclean315
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Call customer support. There number is on the paper hand-out in the box.
When I called they said Humilin R is ok unfrefrigerated for 1 month. You should call them again yourself.
When I called they said Humilin R is ok unfrefrigerated for 1 month. You should call them again yourself.
Daeo
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Insulin must be refridgerated. Why else would it state it clearly on the packaging? As a fucking joke? Even if it didn't theoretically, why wouldn't you refridgerate the damn stuff? Is your refridgerator that full? I take my insulin to the gym with me in a little plastic baggie filled with ice. My girlfriend drives home most of the time but I do drive home occasionaly. It's not like the effects of hypoglycemia hit you like a ton of bricks. You can definetly feel them coming on...
Humilin R must be refridgerated....you're probably referring to my post on Crimson's thread, where I stated it must be kept there before and after opening....being left out it will lose it's effectiveness and make dosing a quessing game...it's ok to be out for 12-24 hours, as this will not affect it....long term storage we are talking about here right? This refers to Humilin R, and NPH, as I should know...
...I've been using that shit multiple times a day for about ten years...hope this helps
...I've been using that shit multiple times a day for about ten years...hope this helps
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AnabolicDiabetic
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Short periods at normal room temps are fine for both "R" and humalog. Heat extremes are what must be avoided but if you're going to use all the slin in a month or so, I wouldn't stress too much over it. I was on an insulin pump for awhile(humalog) and you're carrying that around everywhere in all temperatures. Storage should be refrigerated, usage isn't much of a concern- AD
strengthmonster
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There is no problem driving home after slin, just keep a pack of glucose tabs on your lap or a bottle of lucozade within easy reach. I presumme most people don't drive that far to the gym so it should peak when you get home as long as you ain't one of those idiots that hangs around the gym all night talking shite instead of going home to eat.
HiFidelity
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Please reassure me that humulin r does NOT have to be refrigerated
Well, if you want to waste $20 and a bottle of slin, go ahead and leave it on the counter. I've been a diabetic for 17 years and wasted my share after leaving it out. I know it is ruined when I take my injection and I get sick from high blood sugar. It's happened too many times. You can say it doesn't have to be in the fridge all you want guys, but I won't ever believe it even if their dumbass customer support line says so. I know from many first-hand experiences with it. High blood sugar makes you feel like total shit, so, I won't be leaving it out longer than it takes to draw it up and inject it.
Well, if you want to waste $20 and a bottle of slin, go ahead and leave it on the counter. I've been a diabetic for 17 years and wasted my share after leaving it out. I know it is ruined when I take my injection and I get sick from high blood sugar. It's happened too many times. You can say it doesn't have to be in the fridge all you want guys, but I won't ever believe it even if their dumbass customer support line says so. I know from many first-hand experiences with it. High blood sugar makes you feel like total shit, so, I won't be leaving it out longer than it takes to draw it up and inject it.
Quote from the Canadian Diabetes Association:
The insulin vial you are using each day is quite stable at room temperature (25 C/77 F) for one month. Cartridges are stable for 21 days. Extra insulin stored in the refrigerator is good until the expiry date. Never store extra insulin in the freezer. Freezing can damage insulin and the insulin should not be used if this has occurred. Keep insulin away from heat and strong light. Never store your insulin in the trunk or in the glove compartment of your car.
Always check your insulin solution to ensure that the appearance is normal.
All cloudy insulin should appear uniformly cloudy when mixed by rolling between your hands. If particles are floating in the insulin solution or adhering to the bottom or sides of the bottle, do not use this insulin. If the short-acting insulin solution is no longer clear and colorless, discard the bottle.
Check this site out (Canadian Diabetes Association)
http://www.diabetes.ca/about_diabetes/insulin.html
An American Diabetic Association recommended webpage:
http://www.insulinchoice.org/insulin/storage.htm
Quote from the American Diabetic Association:
*can be found at http://www.diabetes.org/main/type1/medical/insulin/about_insulin.jsp*
Storage and safety. Using cold insulin can make your shot more painful. You can keep the bottle of insulin you are currently using at room temperature or warm the bottle by gently rolling it between your hands before you fill the syringe. If you buy more than one bottle of insulin at a time, store the extra bottles in the refrigerator until you start to use them.
Never store insulin at very cold (under 36 degrees Fahrenheit) or very hot (over 86 degrees Fahrenheit) temperatures. Extreme temperatures destroy insulin. Do not put your insulin in the freezer or in direct sunlight.
Insulin may lose some potency if the bottle has been opened for more than 30 days. Look at the bottle closely to make sure the insulin looks normal. If you use regular, it should be perfectly clear-no floating pieces or color. If you use NPH or lente, it should be cloudy, with no floating pieces or crystals on the bottle. Do not use insulin past the expiration date
American Diabetes Association Website:
http://www.diabetes.org/main/application/commercewf
I firmly believe that insulin should be stored in temps between 2-8degrees never in a freezer, away from sunlight and heat, and bottles currently in use can be left out in normal indoor conditions but should be discarded once left out for more than 30 days, cold insulin shots are painful.
The insulin vial you are using each day is quite stable at room temperature (25 C/77 F) for one month. Cartridges are stable for 21 days. Extra insulin stored in the refrigerator is good until the expiry date. Never store extra insulin in the freezer. Freezing can damage insulin and the insulin should not be used if this has occurred. Keep insulin away from heat and strong light. Never store your insulin in the trunk or in the glove compartment of your car.
Always check your insulin solution to ensure that the appearance is normal.
All cloudy insulin should appear uniformly cloudy when mixed by rolling between your hands. If particles are floating in the insulin solution or adhering to the bottom or sides of the bottle, do not use this insulin. If the short-acting insulin solution is no longer clear and colorless, discard the bottle.
Check this site out (Canadian Diabetes Association)
http://www.diabetes.ca/about_diabetes/insulin.html
An American Diabetic Association recommended webpage:
http://www.insulinchoice.org/insulin/storage.htm
Quote from the American Diabetic Association:
*can be found at http://www.diabetes.org/main/type1/medical/insulin/about_insulin.jsp*
Storage and safety. Using cold insulin can make your shot more painful. You can keep the bottle of insulin you are currently using at room temperature or warm the bottle by gently rolling it between your hands before you fill the syringe. If you buy more than one bottle of insulin at a time, store the extra bottles in the refrigerator until you start to use them.
Never store insulin at very cold (under 36 degrees Fahrenheit) or very hot (over 86 degrees Fahrenheit) temperatures. Extreme temperatures destroy insulin. Do not put your insulin in the freezer or in direct sunlight.
Insulin may lose some potency if the bottle has been opened for more than 30 days. Look at the bottle closely to make sure the insulin looks normal. If you use regular, it should be perfectly clear-no floating pieces or color. If you use NPH or lente, it should be cloudy, with no floating pieces or crystals on the bottle. Do not use insulin past the expiration date
American Diabetes Association Website:
http://www.diabetes.org/main/application/commercewf
I firmly believe that insulin should be stored in temps between 2-8degrees never in a freezer, away from sunlight and heat, and bottles currently in use can be left out in normal indoor conditions but should be discarded once left out for more than 30 days, cold insulin shots are painful.
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