Put the needle and any empty NovoLog FlexPen or any used NovoLog
FlexPen still containing insulin in a sharps container or some type of hard
plastic or metal container with a screw top such as a detergent bottle or
empty coffee can. These containers should be sealed and thrown away the
right way. Check with your healthcare provider about the right way to throw
away used syringes and needles. There may be local or state laws about
how to throw away used needles and syringes. Do not throw away used
needles and syringes in household trash or recycling bins.
The NovoLog FlexPen prevents the cartridge from being completely emptied. It is
designed to deliver 300 units.
K.
Put the pen cap on the NovoLog FlexPen and store the
NovoLog FlexPen without the needle attached (see diagram K).
Function Check
L.
If your NovoLog FlexPen is not working the right way, follow the steps below:
Screw on a new NovoFine needle.
Remove the big outer needle cap and the inner needle
cap.
Do an airshot as described in “Giving the airshot before
each injection”.
Put the big outer needle cap onto the needle. Do not put
on the inner needle cap.
Turn the dose selector so the dose indicator window shows
20 units.
Hold the NovoLog FlexPen so the needle is pointing down.
Press the push-button all the way in.
The insulin should fill the lower part of the big outer needle cap (see diagram
L). If the NovoLog FlexPen has released too much or too little insulin, do the
function check again. If the same problem happens again, do not use your
NovoLog FlexPen and contact Novo Nordisk at 1-800-727-6500.
Maintenance
Your FlexPen is designed to work accurately and safely. It must be handled
with care. Avoid dropping your FlexPen as it may damage it. If you are
concerned that your FlexPen is damaged, use a new one. You can clean the
outside of your FlexPen by wiping it with a damp cloth. Do not soak or wash
your FlexPen as it may damage it. Do not refill your FlexPen.
Remove the needle from the NovoLog FlexPen after each injection. This
helps to ensure sterility, prevent leakage of insulin, and will help to make
sure you inject the right dose of insulin for future injections.
