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module menu icon Dispensing: before and during

Before dispensing

  • Ask to see the patient’s insulin passport and check that the prescribed insulin product(s) match the details in the passport
  • Query discrepancies with the patient and prescriber as necessary
  • Refer patients to the prescriber if they do not have an insulin passport.

During dispensing

  • Ensure systems/processes are in place that identify and deal with medicines (including OTC preparations) that might adversely interact with insulin treatment
  • If a drug affecting glycaemic control is to be used, inform the relevant healthcare professional of any additional blood glucose requirements
  • Update the insulin passport if there are any changes to the patient’s medication
  • Keep the dispensed insulin in the fridge until it is given to the patient.