8How to Store Supplies and Medicine in Hot Conditions
Since diabetes supplies and medications can also be affected by heat and humidity, it is important to learn how to store them properly. Below are a few tips to know:
– Avoid keeping oral medications, glucose meters, insulin pumps, and other supplies under direct sunlight, on the beach, by the pool, or inside a hot vehicle
– Check the information on the package to know the ideal temperatures for storing diabetes supplies and medications
– Store test strips and supplies in a cool area
– If you are traveling, store medications and insulin in a cooler. However, avoid placing them directly on a gel pack or ice
Overall, the key is to keep your diabetes supplies and medications from direct, extreme heat and the sun, which may affect their usability and effectiveness. [8]
