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Type 2 Insulin user

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Jim632

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Hi, can anyone tell me their experience as a T2 having to take insulin, if this impacted on being allowed to drive and if you have to inform DVLA that you take insulin.

Thanks
 
Hi, you do have to advise the DVLA and you get a license that has to be renewed every 3 years. As long as you are well controlled, you will be allowed to keep driving. I haven’t had any issues with car insurance either, which was something I was worried about. I’ve been on insulin as a T2 for about 10 years now.
 
Cragwood said:
Hi, you do have to advise the DVLA and you get a license that has to be renewed every 3 years. As long as you are well controlled, you will be allowed to keep driving. I haven’t had any issues with car insurance either, which was something I was worried about. I’ve been on insulin as a T2 for about 10 years now.
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Thanks for that, was there any problems getting your licence, do they contact your doctor or do you simply fill a form in on line?
 
You fill out a form online.
The DVLA may contact your GP but I am Preet sure they don't do so every time. My last renewal arrive 5 days after I filled in the online form and I know my doc does not complete anything in that time!
 
Jim632 said:
Hi, can anyone tell me their experience as a T2 having to take insulin, if this impacted on being allowed to drive and if you have to inform DVLA that you take insulin.

Thanks
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Hi,

As an Insulin user for 47 years & acquiring the privilege driving since 1986 on it.
This will give you an idea what needs to be filled out.. (for me, every 3 years which is the maximum..)

Report your medical condition (form DIAB1)

Report your diabetes to DVLA if you're a car driver or motorcyclist.
www.gov.uk www.gov.uk
 
Yes have had a three year license since being put onto Insulin, the DVLA are very good at renewing so nothing to worry about
 
I started on insulin about 6m ago. My GP told me all diabetics should consult DVLA. Im not sure that is true . But yes on insulin you do. I filled in the online form, my GP was contacted and I have a 3 yr license . I always take a fingerprick reading 1/2 hr befiore driving . I carry jelly babies ( or glucose tablets and / or Appletise) Any full sugar fizzy drink will do and I have my fingerprick device with me . All inc case i feel unwell.
Hope that helps Ask if it needs more explanation
I had a 3 yr license before for mental health issue. After a few years I was given a full length one.
 
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