Innovo Insulin Pen Discontinued
April 19, 2006 on 4:09 pm | In Prescribing Extra - Other |
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The Innovo Insulin Injection Device will not be available in the UK from the end of August 2006. This device is used to inject insulin from 3ml cartridges however declining demand and large numbers of complaints about this device have brought about the decision to discontinue this product. It is expected that few patients will be currently using this device.
NovoNordisk, the manufacturer of the device are providing information about possible alternative devices on their medical information team on 0845 600 5055. The NovoPen 3 appears to be a suitable alternative to the Innovo especially if the intention is to maintain the provision of insulin therapy through 3ml cartridges.
Action: Clinicians should be aware of the discontinuation and work to identify patients using the Innovo device.
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The reason I still want the discontinued pen:
1. EASY to refill
b.New novo 3 is difficult for my hands/complicated as well
2. The digital indicator let me KNOW when to take the next injection.
For me, the change was a VERY BAD idea!!!
Comment by Becky Blakley — May 11, 2008 #
very disappointed that Novo have discontinued such an innovative and useful device. I have used them for the last 5 years, my last one has just ‘died’ the battery has expired. I am mortified at now having to go back to using a Novo Pen 3 which is clumsy and most indiscrete if used in a public place like a restaurant. The Innovo device easily fits in a trouser pocket and can be quickly and discreetly used anywhere.
I do hope that they re-think this ludicrous decision!
Comment by John Graham — July 21, 2008 #
I am very disappointed in the Innovo pen being discontinued.
It’s simple to use, discreet and small. It was also good in letting you know that you have taken your insulin and how long ago.
I never had any problems with this pen and am outraged at the decision to discontinue one of the best pens on the market!!
Comment by Cate — July 22, 2008 #
I am more then disappointed the Innovo pen being discontinued. Having used it for many many years, the size, the displaywas just perfect. I also learnt last year, that the InDuo matching blodd meter was also discontinued, which was also very disappointing. Does anybody actually listen to waht we think or even want ???
Comment by Frank Steinheimer — July 23, 2008 #
My last pen has just expired after 7 years of very practicle use. The alternative is a flimsy pen which does not fit into trouser pocket easily
After contacting Novo they suggest putting it a bag for ease of transport. (THAT would be a man bag would it!!!) I now intend to search various websites to check availability worldwide
Comment by Simon Cross — October 16, 2008 #