How To Store And Use Insulin Safely
How to Store Insulin Unopened insulin should always be stored in the refrigerator and is good until the expiration date on the bottle. If any of your insulin has expired, it should be discarded—the insulin will no longer be potent or effective. Injecting cold insulin can sometimes be more painful, however, so many practitioners recommend keeping the vial you’re using at room temperature. Once opened, insulin can generally last about one month at room temperature (59 to 86 degrees)....