Caninsulin® 40 IU/ml Suspension for injection
Caninsulin is an intermediate acting insulin product containing porcine insulin, which is structurally identical to canine insulin. Caninsulin can be administered with specific 40 IU sterile single-use syringes (vial) or with a VetPen device (cartridge).
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Presentation
White to almost white suspension for injection.
Active ingredients
Insulin* 40 IU/ml
*(Porcine insulin present as 35% amorphous Zinc insulin and 65 % crystalline Zinc insulin)
Target species
Cats, Dogs
Indications for use
It is indicated in cases of diabetes mellitus (insulin deficiency) in dogs and cats, where the required blood levels are achieved by using an individually adjusted dose of the product.
Storage
Before broaching, Caninsulin should be stored upright and refrigerated between +2 to +8°C. After refrigerated Caninsulin is broached, vials and in-use cartridges inside VetPens can be stored at up to 25°C. Broached Caninsulin lasts up to 42 days.
Packaging
Caninsulin vial 5 or 10 x 2.5 ml
Caninsulin vial 1 x 10 ml
Caninsulin cartridge 10 x 2.7 ml
Legal Category
POM-V
Further information is available from the SPC, datasheet or package leaflet.
Advice should be sought from the medicine prescriber.
Prescription decisions are for the person issuing the prescription alone.
Use Medicines Responsibly.
Date of preparation: October 2024