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How many NovoRapid Pump Cartridges?

Picci

Well-Known Member
My GP has put 5 cartridges (1 box) of NovoRapid pump carts on repeat, each contains a whopping 1.6 ml.

But while on MDI I got 10 cartridges (2 boxes) of 3 ml cartridges.

I started pumping on Monday. Did a set change etc on Wednesday with the nurse, who suggested changing my cartridge every three days when I change the cannula and tubing to make things easier.

That means on average I'm using just under 5 cartridges per week, give or take.

Just tried to order more on line and it says I can't order more until 18th March! Do the GPs not look at the size of the cartridges?

I am going to ask for 20 cartridges per month on repeat, how many do you all get on repeat?

Thank you x
 
I get four boxes now, had to do same as you as my doctor had no idea how long each lasted.
 
I think I am on a different pump to you - the Animas Vibe requires me to fill the pump cartridges from a vial. Each vial contains 10ml which lasts a couple of weeks.
I don't understand your logic - if you change your cartridge every 3 days, 5 cartridges should last 2 weeks.
However, like you and @Chas C my GP had no idea about what to prescribe with an insulin pump: my diabetes nurse sent a letter telling them one vial at a time was stupid (if it gets damaged, I have no backup) and the GP increased the prescription immediately.
 
I use 10ml Humalog vials in my Medtronic 640g. I order 3 boxes at a time and they generally last about 2 weeks per vial. I keep Humalog 3ml cartridges and 1 Lantus pen in the fridge for backup. I always take these with me if I'm away from home overnight. Last year my pump failed and had to result to both pens until a new pump arrived.
 
I use 3x10ml vials a month but it was written in a standard letter from the diabetic nurse to the gp as they dont know how much you use
 
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