How long will basal insulin work, if left unrefrigerated?

[Grumpy Porridge]

Thanks

I got in a mood earlier and put all my nova rapid ( bolus) insulin down the sink so I have none of the left now .

and am
Leaving my box of lantas outside of the fridge

( I felt crazy and like doing drastic things )

im
Also on a six month free trial of the freestyle libre, i took it off ( although it only had a few hours left ) and am
Not planning on putting a new one on today .

Thank you

 

[Rokaab]

Generally most insulins will be fine for 30 days if not refridgerated (with the possible exception of fiasp) as long as its not too hot, the leaflet inside the box will have all the info if you need to check

 

[Antje77]

What about putting the Lantus back in the fridge, just in case?
It doesn't hurt having it in the fridge, does it?

Hope you'll feel a bit better shortly!
And don't hesitate to keep posting, especially if you're having a hard time with your mood!

 

[Juicyj]

Are you ok @Grumpy Porridge ?

Please get yourself sorted with a new prescription next week, hope your ok, I have no idea what’s going on in your life but look after yourself and go easy, if it helps try and talk to someone, take care.

 

[EllieM]

( I felt crazy and like doing drastic things )

Have you managed to get any help from your doctor or diabetic team about handling your mental health issues? It's not at all uncommon to have depression after a T1 diagnosis and I can understand you wanting to not be diabetic for a day (or a week, a year ) but unfortunately high blood sugars and ketones will make you feel worse.... (Speaking from personal experience here and some outrageous food choices as a teenager on fixed doses of insulin in the days before glucometers were available.)

Do you have someone at home who can give you some moral support?

Hope you feel better soon.