Caninsulin vetpen cartridges 230 2,7ml 10 units

Caninsulin Vetpen 230 2,7ml cartridges (10 units) are 2,7ml refills of Caninsulin porcine insulin (40 IU/ml) for the Vet Pen device. The pack contains 10 cartridges.

Indications

This is a replacement for the Vet Pen, the device that dispenses insulin in units. Insulin is used to treat diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats. The dosage is adjusted individually, always under veterinary supervision.

Format and composition

• Presentation: 10 x 2,7ml cartridges for the Vet Pen.
• Thermolabile product: it is stored and transported between 2 and 8 °C.
• Porcine insulin, 40 IU/ml injectable suspension.
• It should not be administered intravenously.

Usage and guidelines

The Vet Pen allows you to mark the dose prescribed by the veterinarian and administer it by injection. It is advisable to keep the cartridge refrigerated, between 2 and 8 °C, until use. The veterinarian will demonstrate the injection technique and how to rotate the injection site.

Frequently asked questions

What advantages do Caninsulin vetpen 230 2,7ml cartridges (10 units) offer compared to vials?

They avoid drawing up the syringe from a vial, as the dose is marked on the device. Vials, on the other hand, are used with an insulin syringe and are suitable for pen-free regimens.

What should I do if the animal vomits or refuses to eat?

Consult your veterinarian before the next dose: insulin adjustment depends on food and glucose levels.

How are they preserved?

Between 2 and 8 °C, when cold. These are heat-sensitive products and should not be heated.

Which species can use it?

Dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus, according to the Caninsulin range.

What adverse effects have been described in the range?

The Caninsulin product information leaflet lists the following rare side effects related to glucose disturbances: lethargy, weakness, muscle tremors, ataxia, and seizures. If you experience any of these, contact your veterinarian.

Your veterinarian always adjusts the dose using glucose monitoring.