OneTouch® Ultra Soft Lancets for Blood Glucose Testing

These sterile lancets are for fingertip blood sampling during glucose checks. OneTouch® Ultra Soft Lancets fit compatible lancing devices used for capillary testing. Ships from Canada to US with options for those paying without insurance.

What OneTouch Is and How It Works

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OneTouch Ultra Soft Lancets are single-use, fine-tip needles designed to make a small puncture in the skin. The lancet’s beveled tip aims to reduce discomfort while providing enough capillary blood for a meter test strip. A protective cap helps maintain sterility until use, and the needle retracts into its plastic housing after activation in a lancing device.

This medicine is a supply for self-monitoring of blood glucose, not a drug. It works mechanically, not chemically. The lancet is placed into a compatible lancing device, the device is cocked, and a spring-driven motion makes a quick skin puncture. For background on device function, see our Lancing Device Guide.

Who It’s For

These lancets are intended for people who monitor blood sugar at home or on the go. They suit routine capillary sampling from the fingertip or alternate sites when supported by the lancing device and meter instructions. Many users prefer ultra soft lancets when seeking a thinner needle feel.

Do not use if the lancet cap is missing or damaged. People with bleeding disorders or those on anticoagulants should consult a clinician before skin puncture. Caregivers should follow safe handling practices to prevent accidental needle sticks.

Dosage and Usage

There is no medicated dose. Follow your meter’s testing schedule as advised by your clinician. Before sampling, wash and dry hands to reduce infection risk and improve blood drop formation. Load a new sterile lancet into the device and set the depth appropriately for your skin thickness.

If you need a step-by-step refresher, look for instructions that address one touch ultra soft lancets how to use. Typical steps include loading the lancet, adjusting depth, lancing the side of the fingertip, and applying blood to the test strip. Avoid squeezing excessively, which can dilute the sample with tissue fluid. For device-specific tips, see our article on Delica techniques at Delica How-To.

Rotate sampling sites to reduce localized soreness. Consider warming the hands or shaking them gently to promote circulation before lancing. Always discard used lancets immediately in a sharps container.

If you also need compatible strips, review Ultra Test Strips to match your meter’s requirements.

Strengths and Forms

These are disposable lancets supplied in sealed packs. Box sizes commonly include 100 units. The needle is fine gauge, often listed as 28G in public materials for this line.

Manufacturers may publish one touch ultra soft lancets gauge size on the carton or insert. Packaging and regional availability can vary. Check the product images and description on the item page before ordering.

• Form: sterile, single-use lancets
• Presentation: consumer boxes (for example, 100 count)
• Category: home glucose monitoring supplies

Missed Dose and Timing

Lancets do not have dosing intervals. If you missed a planned blood glucose check, test at the next reasonable opportunity based on your care plan. Do not perform repeated fingersticks in quick succession to “catch up.”

Use a new lancet each time. Reuse can increase pain, dullness, and infection risk. If your plan calls for fasting, pre-meal, or bedtime checks, follow those patterns as advised by your care team.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store lancets at room temperature in a dry place. Keep the protective cap on until loading the device. Avoid humidity, extreme heat or cold, and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

When traveling, carry supplies in your hand luggage with meter, strips, and a small sharps container. Pack extra lancets and device batteries. For convenience, some travelers prefer compact cases designed for one touch ultra lancets and compatible meters. If you live with Type 2 diabetes, our category overview may help you plan testing on the road: see Type 2 Diabetes.

Pen Handling and Sharps Disposal

Lancting devices vary by brand, but the core steps are similar. Insert the lancet, twist off the cap, set the depth, cock the device, and press the trigger against the skin. Remove the lancet after sampling and recap carefully before disposal if your sharps container requires it.

Compatibility notes are device-specific. Check your device manual for which lancet types are supported. Users frequently search for a lancing device for onetouch ultrasoft lancets, but always confirm compatibility with the current device version.

• Sharps container: use an approved puncture-resistant container
• Never loose-dispose: do not throw bare lancets into household trash
• Local rules: follow municipal or pharmacy take-back programs
• Travel: carry a small travel sharps container in your kit

Benefits

This treatment offers a fine-tip needle intended to minimize skin trauma. Single-use design supports hygiene and consistent performance. A protective cap helps maintain sterility until use. The lancets are widely compatible with consumer lancing devices; check your device’s list.

Many users appreciate the balance between penetration depth and comfort when properly adjusted. Rotating sites and using the side of the fingertip can further reduce soreness.

Side Effects and Safety

• Mild finger pain or tenderness
• Small bruise or redness at the puncture site
• Temporary bleeding after sampling

Serious problems are uncommon but can include infection if the skin is not cleaned or if a lancet is reused. People with bleeding disorders or those on antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy may bruise more easily. Stop use and seek medical advice if you notice signs of infection, persistent pain, or allergic reactions to device materials.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

No drug interactions apply to this medical device. However, certain medicines can affect bleeding or skin healing. If you take anticoagulants, antiplatelets, corticosteroids, or immunosuppressants, consult your healthcare professional on appropriate sampling sites and aftercare.

Do not share lancets or lancing devices. Sharing increases infection risk. Replace the lancet after each use and follow safe sharps handling procedures.

What to Expect Over Time

With consistent technique, you can expect reliable capillary samples for glucose testing. Adjusting device depth, warming the hands, and site rotation can improve comfort. If readings seem inconsistent, review technique, check strip expiration, and ensure your meter is calibrated as directed by the manufacturer.

If you switch devices or meters, recheck compatibility and technique. Educational resources such as our overview of glucose monitoring can help you evaluate your routine; see Monitoring Basics.

Compare With Alternatives

Other lancet systems may suit your device or comfort preference. If your lancing device supports them, you might consider Microlet® Lancets or Accu‑Chek® Softclix Lancets. Select the option listed as compatible with your specific device.

Pricing and Access

We list transparent options so you can review soft lancets in standard pack sizes. Many customers compare value and convenience when choosing testing supplies. Our platform reflects Canadian pricing with US shipping from Canada, and checkout uses encrypted processing.

If you are researching one touch ultra soft lancets price, compare per-unit cost across pack sizes and brands. You can add supplies to the cart and proceed to checkout when ready. For broader supply planning, browse Diabetes Supplies or explore the category for Lancing Devices that match your meter.

Availability and Substitutions

Inventory can vary. If this item is unavailable, your prescriber or pharmacist may recommend a compatible alternative that suits your device and comfort needs. Do not substitute without checking device compatibility.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

These lancets may suit adults and adolescents who perform regular capillary testing with a compatible device. People with very calloused fingers may need a higher depth setting or alternate sites as allowed by their device and meter instructions.

Consider ordering multi-month quantities to reduce per-unit cost and to avoid running out. Set reminders for refills based on your testing frequency. If you need a meter upgrade, review options like the Verio family in the Verio Flex Meter category listing.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Site choices: fingertip versus alternate sites
• Depth setting: how to adjust safely
• Frequency: when to test each day
• Aftercare: reducing soreness or bruising
• Device match: confirming lancet compatibility
• Travel: packing and sharps disposal rules

Authoritative Sources

For official device information and safe use, consult these sources:

• OneTouch Support: Lancing and Sampling Guidance
• FDA: Safe Sharps Disposal Overview
• Health Canada: Recalls and Safety Alerts Portal

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Medical disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.