How does Caninsulin work in cats?
A lente (intermediate-acting) form of insulin, Caninsulin contains 30 percent amorphous insulin for rapid onset of activity. The remaining 70 percent of the formula is crystalline insulin which is absorbed more slowly. This formulation allows for a more continuous utilization of glucose to support the body’s basic functions. In cats, the peak activity following subcutaneous administration of Caninsulin occurs between 1.5 and 8 hours (with an average of about 4 hours), and a duration of activity varies between 8 and 12 hours. Caninsulin is administered subcutaneously twice a day in diabetic cats.
