Insulin, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Trulicity, Victoza, Byetta, and Diabetes Injections

Check out our top tips and handy advice on keeping your diabetes injections like Insulin, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Trulicity, Victoza, and Byetta cool, safe, and sound, whether you're at home, travelling, or on the move.

Find out how to travel easily with your diabetes injections, keep them stored correctly, and manage your meds without a fuss, no matter where you are.

Get clued up and feel more confident in handling your diabetes with our expert guidance for all scenarios!

Woman injection warm insulin

What Happens If Insulin Gets Too Warm? How to Protect Your Insulin From Heat Exposure?

Exposure to heat above 25°C can quickly make your insulin go bad. Using insulin that has gotten too warm poses significant health risks, so always ensure it's stored correctly to maintain its efficacy. Learn more here!
December 18, 2024
Using Cold insulin straight from the fridge

Can You Inject Cold Insulin Straight From the Fridge?

Using insulin straight from the fridge can increase discomfort during the injection. But it's a matter of comfort rather than safety, as cold insulin is as safe and effective as room-temperature insulin. Learn more here.
December 18, 2024
Re refrigerating insulin

Can You Put Insulin Back in the Fridge After Opening? What Experts Say About Re-Refrigerating Insulin

While re-refrigerating insulin after opening is a bit of a grey area, if it's sweltering in your house, say above 25°C, and you've got no other choice, putting insulin back in your fridge is probably your safest move. Learn more here!
December 18, 2024
Risks and symptoms of using bad insulin

Can Insulin Go Bad? How To Tell And Symptoms To Monitor for Safety

Insulin can quickly go bad if not stored or managed correctly. Unrefrigeration, heat exposure, light exposure, or even contamination can spoil your insulin. Never use bad insulin and familiarise yourself with the signs of bad insulin.
December 18, 2024
Insulin accidentally frozen

Frozen Insulin: Why You Should Never Use it & How to Prevent Accidental Freezing!

Frozen insulin loses its effectiveness and is not safe to use. If insulin has been accidentally frozen, it should be discarded to avoid the risk of inadequate blood sugar control. Learn more here, including tips for optimal insulin storage!
December 18, 2024
How to store Prozinc and Caninsulin Pet insulins

Prozinc and Caninsulin Storage: How Long Can Your Dog and Cat's Insulins Be out of the Fridge?

Both Prozinc and Caninsulin pet's insulins must be kept refrigerated before use. Once opened, Caninsulin can stay unrefrigerated for up to 42 days (below 25°C) while Prozinc insulin should be returned to the fridge. Learn more here!
December 18, 2024
Lantus Insulin Pen Solostar

How to Store Lantus Insulin Pens: Refrigeration, Temperature, and Expiration Guidelines.

Lantus insulin pens must be stored in the fridge between 2°C to 8°C before opening. Once opened, they can be stored at room temperature up to 30°C and are good for 28 days.
December 17, 2024
Expired insulin pen

Can You Use Expired Insulin or Will it Make You Sick? How to Dispose of it?

You should not use insulin after its expiration date. While expired insulin won't make you immediately sick, it can cause serious health risks, including diabetic ketoacidosis. Learn more about insulin expiration date here.
December 17, 2024
Insulin left out of fridge

Can You Use Insulin That's Been Left Out of the Fridge for 2, 12 or 24 Hours

Is it safe to use insulin that's been left out of the fridge, whether for 1 hour, 2 hours, 12 hours, overnight, or multiple days? Learn how long insulin can stay out, the impact of temperature, and what to do if your insulin has been left out for too long!

December 17, 2024
Insulin Refrigeration and Storage Guidelines, 4AllFamily UK

Does Insulin Really Need to be Refrigerated and How Long is it Good out of the Fridge?

Insulin needs to be refrigerated before use. Once opened, it can generally stay out of the fridge for a month, but never exposed to temperatures above 25°C. Always consult the specific storage guidelines provided by your insulin's manufacturer.

December 17, 2024
Insulin Storage Guidelines

Insulin Storage: 10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Storing Your Insulin Pens and Vials

Avoid this 10 common mistakes when storing insulin. Keep your insulin pens and vials cool, safe, and effective in all situations. From proper refrigeration techniques to smart travel tips, all you need to know about proper insulin storage!

December 16, 2024
Tips for travelling with Lantus Insulin pens

How to Travel with Lantus Insulin Pens: Helpful Tips & Carrying Case Selection

Helpful tips for traveling with Lantus insulin pens. How to pack, store, and manage your Lantus during travel, including airport screening rules, and choosing the right carrying cases for your Lantus Solostar pens

December 16, 2024