After 28 days, you will need to discard it, even if it still contains Humalog. Multi-dose vials can be stored for up to 28 days in the refrigerator after opening, but not cartridges or pens. Do not store Humalog in the freezer and don’t use it if it has been frozen.
Unopened LANTUS vials, cartridge systems and SoloStar® should be stored in a refrigerator, 36°F - 46°F (2°C - 8°C). LANTUS should not be stored in the freezer and it should not be allowed to freeze. Discard if it has been frozen. Open (In-Use) Vial Opened vials, whether or not refrigerated, must be used within 28 days after the first use.
lantus expiration after opening, I have noticed in the past fortnight that in the first hour (sometimes 2) after injecting Lantus, there is a rise in my blood sugars. I'm currently injecting 14 units at 10pm and 14 units at 10am For example tonight, I ate supper at 5pm and injected my novo accordingly. This all worked out... Lantus is a long term base insulin and reaches a peak after several hours. Your 2 hour post meal number doesn't really play into using a basal insulin.
lantus expiration after opening, Check with your doctor. When I was using insulin, my bedtime number was the indicator for a basal injection. If my bedtime number was 80 or less, then I would not inject basal.
