How should I store my GLP-1 medication and what if I don't have a refrigerator?

GLP-1 medications require refrigeration at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) until first use. After first use, semaglutide can be stored at room temperature (up to 86°F/30°C) for 56 days; tirzepatide for 21 days. Keep medication in the original carton to protect from light. Don't freeze GLP-1s - freezing destroys the protein structure. If you don't have reliable refrigeration: use a medication cooler with ice packs for short-term storage, ask a trusted friend or family member to store it for you, some community centers or churches may help, consider a mini-fridge just for medication (available for $50-100), or discuss room temperature storage options with your pharmacist if dosing frequently enough to use within stability windows. For travel, use insulated bags with ice packs and monitor temperature. Never leave GLP-1s in hot cars. If medication has been exposed to temperatures outside recommended ranges, contact your pharmacist - they can help assess whether it's still usable or needs replacement.