Vetsulin

Also Known as Caninsulin

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Example: If you find a product on Canada Drugs Direct for $50.00 and find the same product for $40.00 at another mail order pharmacy, we will provide you with a $12.50 discount, bringing your total to $37.50.

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The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.

Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.

Description

VETSULIN (porcine insulin zinc suspension) is a medication that treats high blood sugar in dogs or cats with diabetes mellitus.

VETSULIN insulin is available as vials or an injectable pen called VetPen.


VETSULIN is for dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus.

Directions

The dosage will be determined by the veterinarian.

Inject VETSULIN under the skin as often as directed by the veterinarian.

Before administration, gently shake the vial until a uniformly milky suspension is obtained. If there is foam on the medication's surface, wait for the foam to dissipate before drawing up the drug.

Do not use it if there are visible particles after resuspending the mixture.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in VETSULIN is purified porcine insulin (40 units per milliliter), 35% amorphous, and 65% crystalline.

Inactive ingredients include methylparaben, sodium acetate trihydrate, sodium chloride, zinc, and hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide for pH adjustments.

Interactions

No drug interactions have been reported with VETSULIN.

Cautions

Closely monitor your dog or cat for symptoms of hyper- and hypoglycemia. Overdosage can result in harm and death.

After opening, the vial can be used for up to 42 days.

Side Effects

The following side effects were observed for dogs, and may be due to the drug or the diabetic state:

  • Cataracts
  • Diarrhea
  • Hematuria
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Injection site reactions
  • Pancreatitis
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Vomiting

The following side effects were observed for cats, and may be due to the drug or the diabetic state:

  • Changes in appetite
  • Dehydration
  • Diarrhea
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Injection site reactions
  • Lethargy
  • Ocular discharge/color change
  • Polyneuropathy
  • Urinary tract disorder
  • Vomiting
  • Weight loss

References

Vetsulin [package insert] Summit, NJ: Merck; 2012.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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