Anyone who experiences the emotional challenges of shots like fear, anxiety, and stress or the physical impact of shots like bruising, scarring, or pain. It’s especially beneficial to children and their loved ones, who often get anxiety when it’s time to take a shot.
i-Port AdvanceTM injection port
Take your insulin without having to puncture your skin for each injection.
How the i-Port AdvanceTM works
A small, flexible cannula is inserted just under the skin. When you need insulin, inject through the soft port so the needle never touches your skin.
Remove the used port after three days and apply a new one to a different site.
It takes the shot for you.
Just one application every three days
Once applied, you inject your medication through the port instead of your skin (no medication is stored inside the device).2
Quick and easy insertion
It includes a built-in inserter that inserts a soft flexible cannula stays under the skin.
Small and discreet
The injection port sticks like an adhesive bandage so you can wear it during normal activities.
Less pain.1 More comfort.2
For children and anyone who feels anxious about needles, every injection can feel like a hurdle. The i-Port Advance means one gentle insertion every three days.
Life goes on as normal: play, sleep, swim — comfort included.
Frequently asked questions
Who should consider i-Port AdvanceTM injection port?
Who should consider i-Port AdvanceTM injection port?
How does it change my experience with shots?
How does it change my experience with shots?
If you take an average of five shots a day, you can reduce the number of times you poke yourself from 150 to 10 in just one month! That’s 93% less pokes.
How and where do I apply the injection port to my body?
How and where do I apply the injection port to my body?
The built-in serter will guide the application process. The abdomen, upper thighs, back of arms, hips, and upper buttocks are all good locations. Once the port is applied, you can put the needle of your syringe or pen through the port any time you need a shot.
Does it matter if I use a pen or syringe?
Does it matter if I use a pen or syringe?
You can use the port with pens or syringes. Needles need to be 5–8 mm (3/16-5/16”) in length and 32–28 gauge.
How much will it cost me?
How much will it cost me?
You can experience the port for $30.00 per box.3
References
1. Hanas R, Adolfsson P, Elfvin-Akesson K et al. Indwelling catheters used from the onset of diabetes decrease injection pain and pre-injection anxiety. J Pediatr. 2002;140(3)315-320
2. Riley D, Raup G. Impact of a subcutaneous injection device on improving patient care. Nurs Manage. 2010;41(6):49-54
3. Cost based on 1 box of 10 i-Port™ Advance injection ports per month
Important Safety Information: i-PORT ADVANCETM Injection Port
i-Port AdvanceTM injection port is indicated for patients who administer or receive multiple daily subcutaneous injections of physician prescribed medications, including insulin. The device may remain in place for up to 72 hours to accommodate multiple injections without the discomfort of additional needle sticks. i-Port AdvanceTM injection port may be used on a wide range of patients, including adults and children. For additional safety information and user guides, see https://bit.ly/MiniMedRisks.