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Insulin storage — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 46-year-old woman collecting insulin glargine pens asks how to store the spare pens. She uses one pen at room temperature and has three unopened pens at home. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: C — Store unopened pens in a refrigerator and keep the in-use pen according to product guidance

Unopened insulin is usually stored in a refrigerator and protected from freezing. In-use insulin pens are commonly kept at room temperature for a limited period according to the product information. The patient should check expiry dates, avoid heat, and use a sharps bin for needles.

Reference: BNF; SmPC