Type 1 - Connect

I have used NovoRapid for many years now and wanted to try the new Fiasp insulin because of the faster uptake.  I felt this would be particularly advantageous when eating out as you never know how long your food is going to take to arrive.  I was however, extremely disappointed to find out that it is not available here in the penfill cartridge, only either a vial or the Flextouch prefilled pen, even though the manufacturers, Novo Nordisk make the penfill cartridges.  I contacted Novo Nordisk to ask why it is not available here on the PBS and was told they could only select 2 options, and they opted for the Flextouch and the vial.  I believe that although the Flextouch is perhaps more convenient than the penfill cartridge, (really - is it that difficult to swap a penfill cartridge!), the advantages of the penfill cartridge far outweigh the Flextouch because of the following reasons:-

1.  You're not contributing nearly as much to landfill;

2.  It takes up much less space in the fridge;

3.  You can dial up a half dose with some of the Novo Pens;

4.  You have a dose memory and timing with some of the Novo Pens;

5.  It is less bulky to carry;

6.  And for the fashion-conscious, Novo Pens come in a range of colours and skins.

Because of the above I believe there needs to be a concerted push to have the penfill cartridge either added to the PBS or replace the prefilled Flextouch.  I personally would prefer to have the Flextouch replaced ... who needs more disposables?!

What do others think?

Can Diabetes Australia/Queensland do anything to help this come about?

I have used NovoRapid for many years now and wanted to try the new Fiasp insulin because of the faster uptake.  I felt this would be particularly advantageous when eating out as you never know how long your food is going to take to arrive.  I was however, extremely disappointed to find out that it is not available here in the penfill cartridge, only either a vial or the Flextouch prefilled pen, even though the manufacturers, Novo Nordisk make the penfill cartridges.  I contacted Novo Nordisk to ask why it is not available here on the PBS and was told they could only select 2 options, and they opted for the Flextouch and the vial.  I believe that although the Flextouch is perhaps more convenient than the penfill cartridge, (really - is it that difficult to swap a penfill cartridge!), the advantages of the penfill cartridge far outweigh the Flextouch because of the following reasons:-

1.  You're not contributing nearly as much to landfill;

2.  It takes up much less space in the fridge;

3.  You can dial up a half dose with some of the Novo Pens;

4.  You have a dose memory and timing with some of the Novo Pens;

5.  It is less bulky to carry;

6.  And for the fashion-conscious, Novo Pens come in a range of colours and skins.

Because of the above I believe there needs to be a concerted push to have the penfill cartridge either added to the PBS or replace the prefilled Flextouch.  I personally would prefer to have the Flextouch replaced ... who needs more disposables?!

What do others think?

Can Diabetes Australia/Queensland do anything to help this come about?

I have used NovoRapid for many years now and wanted to try the new Fiasp insulin because of the faster uptake.  I felt this would be particularly advantageous when eating out as you never know how long your food is going to take to arrive.  I was however, extremely disappointed to find out that it is not available here in the penfill cartridge, only either a vial or the Flextouch prefilled pen, even though the manufacturers, Novo Nordisk make the penfill cartridges.  I contacted Novo Nordisk to ask why it is not available here on the PBS and was told they could only select 2 options, and they opted for the Flextouch and the vial.  I believe that although the Flextouch is perhaps more convenient than the penfill cartridge, (really - is it that difficult to swap a penfill cartridge!), the advantages of the penfill cartridge far outweigh the Flextouch because of the following reasons:-

1.  You're not contributing nearly as much to landfill;

2.  It takes up much less space in the fridge;

3.  You can dial up a half dose with some of the Novo Pens;

4.  You have a dose memory and timing with some of the Novo Pens;

5.  It is less bulky to carry;

6.  And for the fashion-conscious, Novo Pens come in a range of colours and skins.

Because of the above I believe there needs to be a concerted push to have the penfill cartridge either added to the PBS or replace the prefilled Flextouch.  I personally would prefer to have the Flextouch replaced ... who needs more disposables?!

What do others think?

Can Diabetes Australia/Queensland do anything to help this come about?