Device Finder - Syringe and Vial

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What is Needed to Start

Rapid-acting insulin

Bolus (fast-acting) insulin vial for meal time or high blood sugar correction.

Long-acting insulin

Basal (long-acting) insulin vial for steady release of insulin that helps control blood sugar between meals, and overnight.

Needles

Classic syringes with plunger used to fill insulin for injection

Watch and Learn

Intro to Syringe and Vial injections

How to Give Someone Else an Insulin Injection

Device Details

Affordability and Access

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Syringes are available worldwide in pharmacies or DME without prescription. Price Range: $0-$300/month depending on insurance coverage.

Data Monitoring Options

No Options

Data View Options

No Options

Duration and Storage

28 Days
Open vials can be stored at room temperature (not above 80º F) for up to 28 days. Unopened vials should be stored in the refrigerator (36ºF - 86ºF.)

Vision / Auditory / Dexterity

NO text to speech
NO vibration alerts
A LOT dexterity for insertion

Patient Considerations

Comfort

Many components. Must carry insulin vials and large syringes but nothing attached to the body.

Active Lifestyle

Limited Adjustability. No way to adjust long-acting insulin for higher activity on the fly.

Avoiding Highs and Lows

Limited customizability. Requires a high level of engagement and effort to avoid highs and lows but can be paired with a CGM for improved blood sugar control.

Easy to Use

Many steps. Requires effort to figure out doses and deliver insulin every single time you need it.

Easy Insulin Dosing

Requires attention. You have to do the math to figure out your dose. Unable to adjust basal in real-time.

Fewer Fingersticks

Frequent finger-sticks are required.

Privacy

Hideable. Vials and syringes can be hidden when not in use but very visible when in use. Frequent injections are unavoidable.