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Are MiniMed Products Available in Costa Rica?
Started this discussion. Last reply by JohnG May 4. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hi All,I'm thinking of retiring at least part time in Costa Rica. I know Humalog is available there (at about $25/bottle.) But does anyone know if MiniMed infusion sets or reservoirs are? I can't…Continue
Switching from Humalog back to Regular. Anybody done it?
Started this discussion. Last reply by HPNpilot Feb 22. 24 Replies 0 Likes
So I stopped by the Wal-mart Pharmacy last week and found that they sell Regular insulin (maybe now call Novolin?) for about $30 a bottle. So I'm now thinking of switching from Humalog, at about…Continue
Questions for Thigh Users
Started this discussion. Last reply by DaveH Jan 4. 4 Replies 1 Like
Hi all,I would love to start using my thighs for a MM sensor insertion site. But I'm wondering how those of you who do make it work. I tried yesterday for the first time and didn't even make it the…Continue
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Zoe replied to DaveH's discussion 'Are MiniMed Products Available in Costa Rica?'"How cool, jmhnyc! I will also be in Antigua for a couple weeks in July/August. I don't know about the lake, but in Antigua there is no problem buying insulin in the farmacias. I bought pens there (Lantus and Apidra) which are sold individually…"
jmhnyc replied to DaveH's discussion 'Are MiniMed Products Available in Costa Rica?'"Hi Zoe
I have a related question. I am thinking of spending a month in Guatemala this summer with my teenage daughter and wonder what your experience was with getting insulin and supplies there in Antigua and Lake Atitilan areas. I had a terrible…"
Zoe replied to DaveH's discussion 'Are MiniMed Products Available in Costa Rica?'"Hi Dave. No, I lived in Antigua, which is about an hour from Guatemala City. Guatemala City, surprisingly had decent health care, though I'm sure Costa Rica is way better. In general, Guatemala is pretty undeveloped though Antigua is better…"
Zoe replied to DaveH's discussion 'Are MiniMed Products Available in Costa Rica?'"Hi Dave. As far as I know, pump suppliers won't ship internationally. But another option: I retired to Guatemala. While there I used a courier service which had a mailing address in Miami then couriered it down from there. It wasn't cheap…"
DaveH posted a discussionAre MiniMed Products Available in Costa Rica?
Hi All,I'm thinking of retiring at least part time in Costa Rica. I know Humalog is available there (at about $25/bottle.) But does anyone know if MiniMed infusion sets or reservoirs are? I can't even find anything about Medtronic's global locations on their website. If anyone else can, can you provide a link?ThanksSee More
DaveH replied to Mari_in_France's discussion 'Temporary Basals' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"MariFrance,
I tend to snack on hi-fat foods before dinner. Nuts, cheese, etc. I know, I know, not good, abut what are ya gonna do? If I'm bad enough I will boost my temp basal to cover the spike I tend to get 8-12 hours later. I usually go…"
jlconrod replied to DaveH's discussion 'Using Humalog and Apidra. Anyone done/doing it?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I currently use Novolog, but used Apidra for over six months in my Medtronic Paradigm Revel 723. For me Apidra response was outstanding for both Bolus and Basal infusion, fast onset and clear 4 hour duration.
My Type 1 is genetically…"
DaveH replied to DaveH's discussion 'Using Humalog and Apidra. Anyone done/doing it?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Thanks, Emily. "Insulin cocktails." Love it!
Dave"
Emily Rush replied to DaveH's discussion 'Using Humalog and Apidra. Anyone done/doing it?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I have never done that or heard of anyone specifically doing that scenario; but I did hear Gary Schriner (?) talk about insulin cocktails/ designer insulin doses... where someone would take 3-4 kinds of insulin through out the day based on the meal…"
DaveH added a discussion to the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users
Using Humalog and Apidra. Anyone done/doing it?
I took adavantage of the free bottle of Apidra offer but, after reading some comments on the web, I'm not sure I want to make the switch completely. According to the comments it can play hell with your basal rates if your not careful, but is apparently great for fast bolus absorption. That's originally why I wanted to try it.After having read those comments I'm now thinking that maybe I'll just use it for correction boluses taken by syringe. This would, of course, mean mixing humalog and…See More
DaveH replied to dside's discussion 'Considering stopping CGM' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I also find CGM helpful when travelling..."
HPNpilot replied to DaveH's discussion 'Switching from Humalog back to Regular. Anybody done it?'"Viaject received a "complete response" letter from the FDA requessting additional phase 3 trials with Biodel's preferred formulation. Rather than do this , they decided to study some newer formulations.…"
Holger Schmeken replied to DaveH's discussion 'Switching from Humalog back to Regular. Anybody done it?'"Yes, the individual differences seem to be huge. For some Humalog might be like water for others it is quick and sufficient. On paper the analog insulins are supposed to work faster. Regular insulin forms complex hexameric structures in the vial.…"
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- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
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- September 1, 1959
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- 7.9
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- At 5:06am on February 7, 2013, DaveH said…
Thank you all for your birthday wishes!
Long, long ago in another galaxy...(well not that bad) I went to the University Michigan library and read everything I could understand about T1 DM. One of the documents I stumbled across was an insurance co. actuarial table. It said that (at the time) my life expectancy was 54 years. I'm pleased to report (knock wood) I'm alive and kicking at 62 sending this message to you all! Hang in there!
Thanks again.
Dave
- At 3:58am on February 7, 2013,
Linda G said… 
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAVE!!
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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- At 2:51am on February 7, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,DaveH. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 1:45am on February 7, 2013,
brokenpole said… - Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 2:28pm on April 1, 2012, Linda G said…
Welcome home Dave...
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends ♥
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 2:05pm on April 1, 2012, SEAGATOR said…
Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!
- At 12:38pm on April 1, 2012,
Jim Roach said… Welcome to TuDiabetes Dave!
- At 12:24pm on April 1, 2012,
Marie B said… hello and welcome to TuDiabetes! I've been a member here for four years, please let me know if you have any questions about us. Here is a blog that explains our values as a community.
http://www.tudiabetes.org/profiles/blogs/the-values-of-tudiabetes
wow, you've had it even longer than I have, but not as long as Shoshana.
- At 12:07pm on April 1, 2012,
shoshana27 said… WELCOME
- At 10:54am on April 1, 2012, brokenpole said…
Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
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