Where to purchase needles with 1/4 or 1/2 units

Scdal

Member Since 2020
I went to pick up another box of insulin needles from CVS. I was told the u-100 needles with 1 unit markings are the smallest they carry.
Where are the rest of you getting your needles with the 1/4 and 1/2 unit markings?
 
I got mine from Amazon but the smallest measure I could find was the 1/2 unit marking.
 
I got mine from Amazon but the smallest measure I could find was the 1/2 unit marking.
Thanks, I will try Amazon. Another thing, I was told the last time I picked up his insulin that to buy a whole box of syringes, you have to get a prescription. That makes no sense since they will sell you 2 packages (10 needles in each one) without a prescription. My vet had to call CVS.
I don't know if this is just in Texas. Do I need a prescription from my vet to order from Amazon?
 
Thanks, I will try Amazon. Another thing, I was told the last time I picked up his insulin that to buy a whole box of syringes, you have to get a prescription. That makes no sense since they will sell you 2 packages (10 needles in each one) without a prescription. My vet had to call CVS.
I don't know if this is just in Texas. Do I need a prescription from my vet to order from Amazon?
I'm in Canada and I didn't need a prescription. Not sure about the US.
 
In the US, the need for a prescription varies from state to state. I suspect that in most states, given the opioid crisis, you will need a prescription. Many of the online sites, like ADW, will ask you to fax a prescription. (I used to get my syringes from ADW - American Diabetes Warehouse).

As noted above, half unit is the smallest increment you can get.
 
Thank you for all your replies. Now I am aware of where to find them. I think they would be easier to use since we increase in .25 increments.
 
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