Abstract
Objective: To understand how insulin therapy waste is produced in the home of individuals with diabetes mellitus in the context of primary health care. Methods: This is an integrative literature review study based on the Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Health Sciences (LILACS), Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) and the Virtual Health Library (VHL) databases, the descriptors “diabetes mellitus”, “insulin” and “waste management” were used to guide the search. Results: No instituted health education initiatives and programs were found for the proper management of waste generated by insulin-dependent users, and the theme is also little explored in the literature. Final considerations: The results obtained in the present investigation show that there is no correct management of insulin therapy residues produced by individuals with diabetes mellitus in the context of primary health care services in general, with the actions being carried out in a punctual and unsystematic manner.