Features of BD Ultra-Fine Insulin Syringe
- Bold, clear markings on the syringe
- Designed with large dose unit markings
- Each syringe has a cap on both needle and plunger ends
- Provide easy-to-read measurements to complete more accurate dosages
- The ultra-fine needle reduces pain and discomfort during injection
- Comes in different sizes according to different doses and insulins
- Ultra-Fine Short Needle is 37 percent shorter than a 12.7mm needle
- Short needle reduces the risk of a painful injection into the muscle
- Sterile
- Latex-Free
What to buy with BD Insulin Syringes
- BD Vacutainer Female Blood Transfer Device
- Covidien Curity Sterile Gauze Pads
- Lifescan Inc OneTouch Diabetes Logbook
Proper Injection Technique
- Proper injection technique is essential to improve consistency in medication delivery and optimize glycemic control
- Includes factors such as:
- Knowing where the common injection sites are
- Understanding how to rotate sites
- Ensuring consistent delivery into subcutaneous (fat) layer
- Choosing proper needle length
- Avoiding injecting into muscle
