GaneshMom
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Regarding Lantus/Glargine insulin pens. I've heard that once a pen is opened it should stay at room temperatore, with the unopened pens remaining in the refrigerator. However, I found this article at https://thecatclinic.com.au/using-glargine-in-diabetic-cats-2/
stating that "Insulin glargine has a shelf-life of 4 weeks once opened and kept at room temperature. We have found that opened vials stored in the refrigerator can be used for up to 6 months." The article goes on to state storing the opened pen at room temperature is for the benefit of the pen needle itself which I interpret wouldn't affect the insulin if administering with a syringe. It states, "If using an insulin pen, the manufacturer recommends that the pen and cartridge be kept at room temperature and not refrigerated. This is to reduce the changes in volume of insulin dispensed associated with changes in temperature."
So if using a syringe can one return the glargine pen to the refrigerator to prolong its life?
stating that "Insulin glargine has a shelf-life of 4 weeks once opened and kept at room temperature. We have found that opened vials stored in the refrigerator can be used for up to 6 months." The article goes on to state storing the opened pen at room temperature is for the benefit of the pen needle itself which I interpret wouldn't affect the insulin if administering with a syringe. It states, "If using an insulin pen, the manufacturer recommends that the pen and cartridge be kept at room temperature and not refrigerated. This is to reduce the changes in volume of insulin dispensed associated with changes in temperature."
So if using a syringe can one return the glargine pen to the refrigerator to prolong its life?
