Ozempic is an injectable medication used to control blood sugar levels and lower the risk of heart disease in people with type 2 diabetes. It works by reducing the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood and making it move out of your stomach more slowly.
The drug can be stored in the refrigerator at 36degF to 46degF until it is time to use. After that, it can be left at room temperature for up to 56 days.
Medical storage jars and containers
Ozempic injection pens are designed for self-administration of this injectable diabetes medication. They are pre-filled and disposable, making it easier for patients to self-administer.
The pen should not be frozen or exposed to sunlight. It should be kept at room temperature (between 30 degC and 86 degC) or refrigerated (2 degC to 8 degC).
Hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics often use stainless steel medical storage jars and containers to help prevent infection. These jars come in many sizes and configurations, including sponge bowls in operating rooms, dressing jars in clinics, and measuring beakers in nurses’ stations.
Stackable and nestable, these bins are made of chemical-resistant polypropylene and feature molded label holders for easy identification. Clear medical supply bins with dividers and snap lids make organization easy. Featuring impact resistance, these containers are also FDA/USDA approved.
Refrigeration
Whether you’re taking an injectable diabetes medication or another type of medicine, it’s important to store it properly to avoid spoilage and infection. Refrigeration helps slow bacterial growth, which is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
The answer to this question depends on the storage instructions your medication manufacturer provides. For example, a new, unused Ozempic pen can be stored in the refrigerator between 36degF to 46degF before use or for up to 56 days after its first use.
However, it must be disposed of after 56 days, even if there is medicine remaining in the pen. The expiration date is printed on the pen’s label.
If you’re unsure about how to safely store your medication, speak with your health care provider for more information. They can give you specific storage guidelines and help you manage your ozempic therapy to achieve maximum results. Plus, you can get access to GLP-1 medication (if prescribed) and 1:1 support to help you reach your weight loss goals.
Room temperature
Ozempic is a Type 2 diabetes medication that lowers blood sugar levels by blocking a chemical in the body that causes your liver to make glucose. It also helps you absorb glucose more slowly, which can prevent your blood sugar levels from getting too high.
Ozempic comes in the form of an injection pen that can be left out of the refrigerator at room temperature for up to 56 days. However, it’s important to keep the injection pen protected from heat and sunlight during this time.
A medical-grade storage jar or container can be used to protect your ozempic and ensure it stays at the proper temperature until you’re ready to use it. These jars and containers are designed with rounded sides and flat bottoms to help them keep your medication safe from light and heat damage.
You should always store ozempic in a refrigerator at 36degF to 46degF. If you plan to travel to an area where temperatures are higher than this, you can take your injection pen with you inside a medical-grade travel cooler. These coolers are laboratory-tested and TSA-approved for travel.
Opened pens
Ozempic (semaglutide) injection pens can be stored out of the refrigerator for up to 56 days. But keep in mind that you should never let your pen get too hot or exposed to sunlight, as it can go bad and cause serious complications.
Unopened ozempic pens should be refrigerated between 36degF and 46degF (2degC – 8degC) until you use them. Once you have used them, they can either be kept in the refrigerator for up to 56 days or left at room temperature between 59degF and 86degF/15degC-30degC.
If you have opened ozempic pens, they should be discarded after they have been out of the refrigerator for longer than 56 days. They can be disposed of in a household sharps container or in a medical-grade sharps disposal bin. This will help prevent accidental needlesticks, which can lead to blood infections and dangerous cuts and bruises. Talk to your healthcare professional about how to dispose of ozempic pens safely.