[rogerc3]

I really didn't know where to put this thread. I would like some ideas from people taking insulin shots what you do if you go on vacation. My insulin is always in the fridge. If gone for a week or two, what to do. Maybe a stupid question, but new to this and maybe some of you have great ideas. Thanks.

[CaptainMike]

I'd do a search of the Type 1 forums since there are many more people there injecting insulin, I have seen a lot of threads on this subject over there. The consensus seems to be that most of the modern insulins are pretty stable and don't need continuous refrigeration. There are also portable "cool-packs" and things for really hot climates.
Good luck and have fun on vacation.
Mike

[fgummett]

I only refrigerate my "stock" of insulin. Once each 10ml vial comes out of the fridge to be used, it lives by the side of my bed with my testing kit and pump supplies. Insulin should be fine at "room temperature" for 30 days but if you are travelling where it is hot you can also get the cool bags... Frio makes a good one. I travel for work, and often the hotel room will have a fridge but if not, my insulin lives in the drawer with my clean socks. If in doubt, your BS testing will show if the insulin is working as usual, but don't spoil your vacation by too much worrying Make sure you have plenty with you, bring extra supplies and even an extra prescription just in case. Don't put all your supplies in your checked baggage if flying

[notme]

I really never worry about my open bottles of insulin. I refrigerate at home, but on vacation they are just kept in a cool place. If you are camping or going someplace hot with no refrigeration you can use a Frio pack. They are available all over the internet. You soak a Frio pack in water and it is a pouch that will keep your insulin cool without refrigeration.