From: JW (VEGASLADY) [#1]
25 Apr 2009
To: ALL
I want to know if you must do the air shots for every single injection or just at the start of a new pen. My diabetes educator said you don't, but the manufacturer says yes. I am concerned about running out before the insurance company will pay for another pen.
Also, on average, how long does a pen last?
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From: Geri in Co:Byetta(3-06) (GERI) [#2]
25 Apr 2009
To: JW (VEGASLADY) [#1] 25 Apr 2009
Are you using insulin or Byetta? If insulin I would say to only air shoot once in the beginning, same with Byetta. As to how long the pen will last - nothing past 30 days. Byetta only gives us a 30 day supply and if you are using insulin some of that will depend on how much you take per day. Again nothing past 30 days and sometimes you need to use more so you can use it up before 30 days but that is in the prescription and I never had a problem getting more when needed, the insurance paid.
I have to read better and not be so quick to answer. You are using Levemir. DuhReply
From: Angela in (IOWA) [#3]
3 May 23:19
To: JW (VEGASLADY) [#1] 6 May 22:50
Proper storage of Levemir Cartridges:
Store new (unopened) cartridge systems or prefilled syringes in the refrigerator, between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C). Do not freeze. Store used (open) cartridge systems and prefilled syringes at room temperature, below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Do NOT store used (open) cartridges or prefilled syringes in the refrigerator. Do NOT store used (open) cartridges or prefilled syringes with the needle in place. Store away from heat and light.
Throw away unrefrigerated or used cartridge systems or prefilled syringes after 42 days, even if they still contain medicine. Do not use Levemir Cartridges if it has been frozen or overheated. Throw it away.
Do not leave Levemir Cartridges in a car on a warm or sunny day. If Levemir Cartridges has been frozen or overheated, throw it away. Do not use Levemir Cartridges after the expiration date stamped on the label. Keep Levemir Cartridges, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets.
http://www.walgreens.com/marketing/library/finddrug/druginfo1.html;jsessionid=dPVPFljc0bjWHE1PdDNOEA**.p_dotcom1?particularDrug=Levemir&id=647221
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