Does anyone store insulin in a cupboard?

[ontheneedle]

Hi All,

I have been diabetic for 15 years. I have been storing my insulin in a cupboard for 5 / 6 years now, and haven't noticed anything untoward.

Does anyone else do this, or has anyone done this previously and had issues?

Kind regards
ontheneedle

 

[jack412]

Lucky you live in the uk, In australia a T1 relative had bad hypos and uncontrolled BG for years...it stopped when the Dr found he left them out of the fridge,
keep it in the fridge, but it shouldn't freeze

 

[ontheneedle]

I've been feeling pretty tired related. I have a feeling it's related to my insulin, even though my BS has been good.

I think I'll get a fresh box from the pharmacy and store it in the fridge and see if any changes are observed.

 

[Nuthead]

I'm in the UK. Keep it in the fridge. Don't take a chance with your health and well-being. And yes, don't let it freeze. I have a fridge thermometer I keep in contact with my insulin. It's only good for around 30 days at room temperature.