caninsulin

 If you've found yourself here, chances are your furry companion has been diagnosed with diabetes, and your veterinarian has recommended Caninsulin as a treatment option. Fear not! In this article, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about Caninsulin - from what it is to how it's used, stored, and what you should be aware of when administering it to your beloved pet.

What is Caninsulin?

Caninsulin is a prescription medication specifically designed for dogs with diabetes. It contains insulin, a hormone that helps regulate your pet's blood sugar levels. Diabetes in pets is somewhat similar to diabetes in humans, where the body cannot produce enough insulin or utilize it effectively. Caninsulin steps in as a synthetic replacement for the insulin your pet's pancreas may no longer produce, ensuring that glucose is transported

Diabetes is a common disease in dogs in Australia. Diabetes is caused by the failure of the pancreas to produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar. This is insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (also called Type 1 Diabetes). Symptoms of diabetes in dogs include weight loss, increased thirst and low energy.

When making a diabetes diagnosis, veterinarians will undertake blood tests looking for factors such as persistent fasting hyperglycemia and glycosuria . Hyperglycemia is a medical term for a high blood sugar (glucose) level. Glycosuria is the excretion of glucose into the urine.

After diagnosis, veterinarians will determine the insulin dose based on your dog’s weight. In Australia Caninsulin is the most commonly used types of insulin in diabetic dogs. Oral medications are not considered effective in dogs and are not used in the treatment of canine d