What is the starting dose of Caninsulin for dogs?
Many specialists recommend twice daily Caninsulin in dogs at a maximum of around 0.5 IU/kg per dose. The current label dose of Caninsulin (in most countries) is 1 IU/kg plus a body weight related supplement. In the US, Caninsulin (under the trade name Vetsulin) now has a starting dose of 0.5 IU/kg once daily, with the recommendation to change to twice daily dosing if required. It is expected that around two-thirds of dogs will require twice daily dosing. In other words, around one-third of diabetic dogs are managed well on once daily treatment with Caninsulin. The decision to use once or twice daily Caninsulin must be made on an individual case basis.
