{"product_id":"caninsulin","title":"Caninsulin for Cats \u0026 Dogs","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCaninsulin for Dogs \u0026amp; Cats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaninsulin® is an intermediate-acting veterinary insulin used to manage diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats. It helps lower elevated blood glucose and control signs of diabetes, including excessive thirst, frequent urination, increased hunger, and unintended weight loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaninsulin controls diabetes but does not cure the condition. Ongoing treatment, consistent feeding, and regular veterinary monitoring are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Shipping Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaninsulin is temperature-sensitive and normally requires refrigeration. Orders are packed with an insulated shipping kit and ice packs to help maintain an appropriate temperature during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day delivery is available for eligible local orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-local orders are sent using expedited delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn additional fee applies for insulated packaging, ice packs, and priority handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefrigerated products are not shipped on Thursdays or Fridays to reduce the risk of packages being held in courier facilities over the weekend. These orders will normally ship the following Monday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature-controlled packaging reduces but does not eliminate the risk of a temperature excursion. Refrigerate the product immediately upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Caninsulin arrives warm, frozen, damaged, or substantially delayed, \u003cstrong\u003edo not use it until you have contacted the pharmacy\u003c\/strong\u003e. Product suitability depends on the temperature reached, the duration of exposure, and whether the vial or cartridge has previously been used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to storage and safety requirements, refrigerated prescription products cannot normally be returned or restocked after dispensing. This does not affect remedies available for dispensing errors, verified product defects, or other circumstances required by law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach millilitre contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighly purified porcine insulin zinc:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 IU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcentration: \u003cstrong\u003e40 IU\/mL (U-40)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaninsulin is a lente insulin suspension containing approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e35% amorphous zinc insulin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e65% crystalline zinc insulin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two components contribute to its intermediate duration of action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage and Administration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dose and administration schedule must be prescribed individually by a veterinarian. Doses may be adjusted according to the animal’s clinical signs, food intake, blood-glucose measurements, glucose curves, and other monitoring results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaninsulin is administered by \u003cstrong\u003esubcutaneous injection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCorrect Administration Device\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaninsulin vial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use only a \u003cstrong\u003eU-40 insulin syringe\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaninsulin cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use only with the compatible \u003cstrong\u003eVetPen®\u003c\/strong\u003e device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use a U-100 human insulin syringe.\u003c\/strong\u003e Caninsulin contains 40 units\/mL, and using an incorrectly calibrated syringe can cause a serious dosing error.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore every dose, mix Caninsulin as directed until it forms a homogeneous, uniformly milky suspension. Allow any foam to disperse before drawing up or administering the dose. Do not use the product if persistent clumps, particles, or flocculation remain after thorough mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdminister insulin and meals according to the veterinarian’s prescribed schedule. Maintain a consistent diet, feeding schedule, and activity level whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever change the dose or discontinue insulin without veterinary direction. If a dose is missed or it is uncertain whether the complete dose was given, \u003cstrong\u003edo not repeat or double the injection\u003c\/strong\u003e—contact the veterinarian for advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHypoglycemia Warning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHypoglycemia, or dangerously low blood glucose, is the most important potential adverse effect of insulin. Signs may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSudden hunger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestlessness or unusual behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeakness or wobbliness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrembling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisorientation or reduced responsiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeizures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of consciousness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the animal is conscious and able to swallow, offer food immediately. A small amount of corn syrup, honey, or another veterinarian-recommended glucose source may be applied to the gums while urgent veterinary advice is obtained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not force food or liquid into the mouth of an unconscious or actively seizing animal. Seek emergency veterinary care immediately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Safety Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaninsulin is not intended as the sole treatment for an animal experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis, severe vomiting, or loss of appetite. These conditions require urgent veterinary care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact the veterinarian if the animal refuses food, vomits repeatedly, becomes unusually lethargic, or develops a significant change in thirst, urination, appetite, or weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular veterinary reassessment and glucose monitoring are necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse each needle or syringe only once and dispose of it immediately in an approved sharps container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep insulin, syringes, needles, and VetPen supplies out of reach of children and animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore First Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate at \u003cstrong\u003e2–8°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore upright and protect from light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep in the original carton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not freeze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard the product if it has frozen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter First Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the Canadian manufacturer’s technical bulletin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5 mL and 10 mL vials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store below 25°C and use within six weeks after the first dose is withdrawn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the storage and discard date printed on the dispensed product and pharmacy label, as instructions may vary by presentation or product version. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.merck-animal-health.ca\/downloads\/caninsulin-technical-bulletin\/\"\u003eCanadian Caninsulin technical bulletin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManufacturer Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intervet Canada Corp., a subsidiary of Merck \u0026amp; Co., Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial website:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.merck-animal-health.ca\/\"\u003eMerck Animal Health Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cook's Pet Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"10mL","offer_id":57356677906598,"sku":null,"price":53.73,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 2.5mL","offer_id":57356682756262,"sku":null,"price":132.23,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/1432\/2854\/files\/Caninsulin_40IU_-10ml_2e946d6f-9063-45a3-b6ff-a1b29f51e269.webp?v=1789171319","url":"https:\/\/cookspetpharmacy.com\/products\/caninsulin","provider":"Cook's Pet Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}