What is the difference between 31G and 32G needles?

The higher the gauge, the thinner the needle. For example, 32G is thinner than a 31G needle.

Can I reuse NovoFine needles?

NovoFine® Plus, NovoFine®, and NovoTwist® needles—some of the shortest and thinnest needles available from Novo Nordisk. Risks of reusing needles. Do not reuse or share your needles with other people. You may give other people a serious infection, or get a serious infection from them.

Are all insulin needles the same?

They are typically available in sizes ranging from 4 millimeters (mm) to 12.7 mm. The gauge of a needle refers to its thickness. Thinner needles may be more comfortable, while thicker needles may administer insulin quicker. The higher the gauge, the thinner the needle.

What are the different sizes of needles?

The length of a needle is listed after the gauge number. For example, 25G ½ refers to a 25 gauge, ½ inch-long needle. Longer needles (½ inch or longer) are commonly used for intramuscular injections, while shorter (shorter than ½ inch) needles are more often used for intravenous injections.

Which is bigger 30 or 31 gauge needle?

A 27-gauge needle, a 30- gauge needle, and a 31-gauge needle have diameters of 0.41 mm, 0.31 mm, and 0.26 mm, respectively (Figure 1b). The 31-gauge needles have become standard practice for patients with diabetes mellitus for daily blood glucose monitoring and insulin injection.

How do I know what size needle to inject?

Adults weighing 130–152 lbs (60–70 kg): Use of a 1″ needle is recommended. Women weighing 152–200 lbs (70–90 kg) and men weighing 152–260 lbs (70–118 kg): Use of a 1″–1½” needle is recommended. Women weighing more than 200 lbs (90 kg) or men weighing more than 260 lbs (118 kg): Use of a 1½” needle is recommended.

Does insulin pen needle size matter?

The International Scientific Advisory Board states that there is no medical reason to recommend a needle length longer than 8 mm. The board recommends 4-, 5-, and 6-mm needles for all adult patients regardless of their BMI.

Can I use the same insulin needle twice?

Some people with diabetes use their insulin syringes and lancets more than once to save money. But makers of syringes and lancets do not recommend using them more than once. Talk with your doctor before reusing these items.

Which pen is used for NovoRapid cartridges?

NovoRapid FlexTouch is a pre-filled pen (colour-coded) designed to be used with NovoFine or NovoTwist disposable needles up to a length of 8 mm.

Are pen needles universal?

Pen needle sizes Insulin pen needles are available in different sizes from 4 mm to 12.7 mm in length (5/32 inch to ½ inch). Generally, the medical community leans towards the use of shorter needles, but you ultimately need to decide which needle size is right for you.

What do needle size numbers mean?

The European metric sizing system for sewing machine needles is numbered from 60 to 110. The American sizing system is numbered from 8 to 18. For both sizing systems, the lower the number the finer the needle and the higher the number the larger the needle. Most needle companies show both sizes on the package.

How are needles sized?

What is the smallest insulin needle?

Needle Sizes

• 4 mm. The smallest, thinnest needle is the nano 4 mm, 32 gauge needle, which is about as thin as two strands of hair.
• 6 mm. The 6 mm mini needle usually comes in a gauge of 31 or 32, making it as thin as the 4 mm option.
• 8 mm.
• 10 mm to 12 mm.

What is the most commonly used needle size?

21 Gauge Needles 21g needles are the most common gauge of needles used for routine blood draws and venipuncture. The gauge is small enough in which it does not cause any significant pain or discomfort during use. For most patients, their veins are of a size and stability that is best suited for the 21g needle.

What are 4mm pen needles used for?

Used with the correct injection technique, The BD Ultra-fineTM 4mm Pen Needle ensures medication is injected to the correct skin depth over 99.5 percent of the time, at all injection sites.

How often should you change insulin pen needles?

Pen needles screw onto the top of an insulin pen. It’s good practice to change your needle after each injection or at least once daily. Fresh, sharp needles mean shots that are less painful.