Remember that the information presented here is not intended to replace the care of your own doctor. Before making any changes in the management of
your own illness, you should consult your physician or other qualified medical professionals.
Question
My husband has been prescribed
Lantus cartridge systems, without the
Lantus or Opticlick delivery device. Our doctor thought we could get it
from our local pharmacy. However none of them have it, and our doctor is 40
miles away. Is there a medical supply company in our area where we can
purchase the device tomorrow without having to make the 40 mile trip to our
doctor?
Answer
There are several choices:
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Use Lantus via a vial and syringe for a few days. If he doesn't know how
to handle insulin the old-fashioned way, have someone local (perhaps a
hospital or community health nurse) help. You can draw a few days' worth
ahead of time.
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Suck the insulin out of the cartridges into syringes. (See above.)
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Ask the pharmacist to arrange urgent delivery of the device you need.
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Call customer service at the manufacturer for assistance.
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