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Insulin
Storage of insulin
The individual manufacturer’s storage recommendations and expiry dates must be adhered to. These usually suggest that
- Insulin must never be frozen
- Direct sunlight or warming (in hot climates) damages insulin
- Unused insulin should be stored in a refrigerator (2–8°C)
- After opening, an insulin vial should be discarded after 3 months if kept at 2–8°C or after 1 month if kept at room temperature
- In hot climates where refrigeration is not available, cooling jars or a cool wet cloth around the insulin will help to preserve the insulin activity
Recommendation
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It is advisable that a small supply of spare insulin should be readily
available to all children and adolescents so that supply is
uninterrupted
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