Caninsulin Vial 40iu/ml 10ml Refrigerated Item

Managing diabetes in pets requires consistent and accurate treatment. Caninsulin Vial 40iu/ml 10ml is an intermediate-acting insulin suspension, designed to help control glucose metabolism in diabetic dogs and cats. It's crucial to understand that this product requires a valid veterinary prescription from a UK-registered vet.

Why Choose Caninsulin for Your Pet?

• Effective Diabetes Management: Caninsulin is a trusted treatment for pet diabetes, helping to stabilise blood glucose levels.
• Specifically Formulated: Contains a balanced mix of amorphous and crystalline zinc insulin for sustained action.
• Supports Pet Health: A key part of a comprehensive diabetes management plan, including diet and exercise, to improve your pet's quality of life.

Obtaining Your Pet's Prescription Medicine

As a prescription-only veterinary medicine, Caninsulin Vial 40iu/ml 10ml must be prescribed by your vet. Once you have a valid prescription, you can easily order from Weldricks Pharmacy. We understand the importance of timely delivery for refrigerated items and offer various delivery options to suit your needs, including next day delivery.

For more general information on caring for your animals, explore our Animal Care Guide. If you have questions about vet prescriptions, our guide on Understanding Vet Prescriptions can also provide helpful insights.

Always follow your veterinary surgeon's specific instructions for dosing and administration. Caninsulin Vial 40iu/ml 10ml is for subcutaneous use (under the skin).

Dosage & Administration:

• Dogs: The average initial dose is 1 IU/kg bodyweight once daily, or 0.5-1 IU/kg bodyweight twice daily (split dose). Your vet will adjust this based on blood glucose curves. For twice daily dosing, injections should be 12 hours apart.
• Cats: The initial dose is 0.25-0.5 IU/kg bodyweight twice daily. Your vet will adjust this based on blood glucose curves. Caninsulin should be given every 12 hours.

General Instructions:

• Before Use: Shake the vial thoroughly until a homogeneous, uniformly milky suspension is obtained. Avoid vigorous shaking to prevent foaming.
• Syringe: Administer using a U-40 insulin syringe.
• Injection Site: Alternate the injection site to avoid local reactions.
• Timing: Give the injection approximately 30 minutes after feeding, at the same time each day.
• Storage (before opening): Store upright in a refrigerator (+2°C to +8°C). Do not freeze.
• Storage (after opening): Once broached, the product may be stored for up to 28 days below 25°C.
• Protection: Keep the vial in the outer carton to protect from light.

Important Warnings:

• Acute Hypoglycaemia: Do not use in cases of acute hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar).
• Acute Ketoacidosis: Do not use in cases of acute ketoacidosis.
• Hypoglycaemia Risk: An overdose can cause hypoglycaemia, which is potentially life-threatening. Signs include weakness, tremors, convulsions, disorientation, and potentially coma. If these occur, give glucose syrup or honey orally and contact your vet immediately if signs persist.
• Insulin Resistance: Some animals may develop insulin resistance, requiring dose adjustments. Regular monitoring by your vet is essential.
• Monitoring: Regular monitoring of blood glucose, urine glucose, and clinical signs is crucial for dose adjustment.
• Diet & Exercise: Stable feed intake and composition are important. Avoid stress and irregular exercise.

Precautions for Administering Person:

• Accidental Self-Injection: Avoid accidental self-injection. If it occurs, seek immediate medical advice and show the package leaflet to the doctor, as it can cause hypoglycaemia.
• Pregnancy/Lactation: Pregnant women and women intending to become pregnant should use with caution.
• Skin/Eye Contact: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash immediately with plenty of water if contact occurs.

Adverse Reactions:

• Possible adverse reactions include hypoglycaemia, local reactions at the injection site (e.g., swelling, redness), and rarely, allergic reactions.

Interactions:

• Inform your vet about any other medications your pet is receiving, as some (e.g., corticosteroids, diuretics, progestagens, beta-blockers) can affect insulin activity.

Each ml of Caninsulin Vial 40iu/ml 10ml contains:

• Active substance: Porcine insulin 40 IU (as 35% amorphous zinc insulin and 65% crystalline zinc insulin)
• Excipients: Zinc chloride, sodium acetate trihydrate, sodium chloride, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide, water for injection.