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Caninsulin 40IU/ml

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Item no: CANINSULIN
 
Prescription Medicine
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Caninsulin 40 IU/ml Suspension for Injection

For cats and dogs with diabetes, Caninsulin, an intermediate-acting porcine insulin identical to canine insulin, is used. The dosage is tailored to achieve the necessary blood levels, addressing insulin deficiency in both animals

Key Benefits:


- Specifically designed for the treatment of diabetes mellitus in cats and dogs.
- Contains porcine insulin, which is structurally identical to canine insulin.
- Intermediate-acting insulin, ensuring effective blood glucose management.
- Proven to achieve required blood glucose levels using individually adjusted doses.

Special Precautions:


- Not to be administered intravenously.
- Not suitable for animals with severe acute diabetes presenting in a ketoacidotic state.
- Owners should have powdered glucose at home to counteract potential hypoglycaemia.
- Signs of hypoglycaemia include hunger, anxiety, unstable locomotion, muscle twitching, and disorientation. Immediate administration of glucose solution is required.
- Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia combined with weight loss, or fur abnormalities are signs of hyperglycaemia, needing insulin administration.
- Avoid using progestagens in diabetic patients. Also, avoid stress and irregular extra exercise.
- Care is needed when using corticosteroids. Ovariohysterectomy may be necessary.
- Ensure a consistent feeding schedule. Only adults responsible for the animal's welfare should administer the product.
- Use specific Caninsulin Syringes. or Sol-Vet syringes  40 IU sterile single-use syringes (vial) or VetPen (cartridge) for administration.
- In case of accidental self-injection, seek medical attention immediately.

Sizes:

10ml

2.5ml x 10

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Under £49.00 Under 250 grams £3.49

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