Is it possible for a cat to get diabetes?
Cat insulin is a frustrating topic. Cat diabetes has practically become an epidemic in the U.S. for many of the same reasons adult onset diabetes in people has risen dramatically – obesity and, in the case of cats, a diet that is too rich in carbohydrates.
What kind of insulin do you give a diabetic cat?
The initial approach to management of the diabetic cat is to initiate insulin therapy with glargine (Lantus) or protamine zinc insulin (PZI; Prozinc) at a starting dose of 1–2 units (U) per cat q 12 hr. The decision to monitor BG on the first day of insulin treatment is at the discretion of the veterinarian.
Is it possible for a cat to not respond to insulin?
The cat was still eating dry food, but after a change in diet the cat became regulated on 3 units of Prozinc. I am going to cross post your post in the Prozinc forum and see if I can get some additional eyes on your post.
How is insulin used in dogs with DM?
Insulin therapy is the mainstay of treatment for clinical DM. The guidelines provi de recommendations for using each insulin formulation currently available for use in dogs and cats, the choice of which is generally based on ef ficacy and duration of effect in the respective species.
What kind of insulin can you give a cat for diabetes?
Unlike humans with Type II diabetes, oral medications to reduce blood sugar such as glipizide have not shown to be consistently effective in cats. There are multiple types of insulin preparations that can be used for cats in the treatment of diabetes, such as lente insulin (Vetsulin), ProZinc or glargine insulin.
How often should you diagnose a cat with diabetes?
These assessments may need to be performed every few weeks when a cat is first diagnosed with diabetes in order to determine the appropriate dose of insulin, but can be spaced out further once the diabetes is more well-regulated.
What causes weight loss in a cat with diabetes?
This breakdown results in weight loss, despite increased appetite. Excessive thirst and urination can also signal diabetes in a cat. High levels of glucose in the blood can cause the body to excrete excessive amounts of glucose in the urine (since urine is made by the kidneys filtering the blood).
What are the goals of diabetic cats treatment?
The goals of treating cats with diabetes include: Restoring normal blood glucose concentration (glycemic control) Minimizing or eliminating signs of weight loss. Minimizing or eliminating signs of increased thirst and urination. Normalizing the appetite. Avoiding inducing inappropriately low blood glucose levels with therapy.