Vetpen Starter Kit for Dogs & Cats - 16 IU

Easy Accurate Insulin Delivery for Dogs and Cats

Product Description

VetPen 16 Starter Kit makes insulin delivery easier for diabetic dogs and cats with an automatic pen that provides accurate and consistent dosing. It works only with Vetsulin 2.7 ml cartridges and includes necessary accessories for easy use at home or while traveling. You can dial a precise dose, cut down on preparation steps, and help manage glucose levels with a reusable device designed for veterinary use.

NOTICE: This item requires Express shipping due to the perishable nature of this product. Express orders are shipped Monday-Wednesday. Cannot be shipped to a PO Box. Product can only be shipped to the continental US.

Benefits

• Precise Dosing: The dial-based mechanism delivers consistent insulin amounts, helping to reduce dosing errors compared to traditional syringes and vials.
• Easy Administration: The automatic delivery system requires fewer preparation steps once primed, making daily insulin delivery easier for pet parents.
• Pet-Friendly Needles: The compatible fine gauge needles are thin and lubricated, which reduces the force needed for penetration and helps lessen discomfort.
• Reusable Design: This durable device supports multiple doses with replaceable cartridges and is tested for thousands of uses over time.
• Convenient Lifestyle Fit: Portable format with travel pouch allows insulin delivery at home or while traveling with pets easily.

Ingredients

Composition Table

How to Use

Recommended-Dosage Chart

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Veterinary Prescription Required: This product is prescription-based and should only be used under veterinary guidance for diabetic pets.
• Use Correct Cartridge: VetPen must be used only with Vetsulin 2.7 ml cartridges to prevent dosing errors or device damage.
• Select Proper Dose: Turn the dial to select the prescribed insulin dose accurately before administering the injection to your pet.
• Administer With Meals: Initial insulin doses should be given once daily concurrently with or immediately after feeding your pet.
• Single Use Needles: Always use new sterile needles for each injection and never reuse needles to maintain safety and accuracy.

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Directions for Use

• Veterinary Prescription Required: This product requires a prescription and should be used only with veterinary supervision for diabetic pets.
• Prepare Cartridge: Wash your hands, make sure the plunger is retracted, shake the cartridge well, and then insert it securely into the pen.
• Attach Sterile Needle: Attach a new needle, carefully remove the protective caps, and make sure the device is ready before you prime it.
• Prime The Pen: Set the dial to one unit, hold it upright, tap gently to release air bubbles, and press until you see a steady stream of insulin.
• Inject Properly: Change injection sites to avoid irritation, insert the needle, press the release button, and hold for five seconds.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Allergy Contraindication: Do not use in pets with known systemic allergy to pork or pork-derived products.
• Hypoglycemia Risk: Insulin should not be administered during periods of low blood glucose levels to avoid serious complications.
• Monitoring Required: Careful monitoring for hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia is essential to maintain proper glycemic control and prevent complications.
• Special Populations: Safety has not been evaluated in puppies, kittens, breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs and cats.
• Child Safety: To prevent accidental exposure or misuse, keep insulin products and devices out of reach of children.

Possible Side Effects

• Hypoglycemia Symptoms: Overdosage may cause profound hypoglycemia, weakness, seizures, or potentially life-threatening complications in pets.
• Injection Reactions: Mild injection site reactions may occur depending on the administration technique or individual pet sensitivity.

Storage Information

• Refrigerate Upright: Store cartridges upright under refrigeration between 36°F and 46°F to maintain insulin stability.
• Do Not Freeze: Freezing insulin may damage the formulation and reduce effectiveness, so avoid freezing at all times.
• Protect From Light: Keep insulin protected from direct light exposure to preserve product quality and effectiveness during storage.
• Loaded Pen Storage: A loaded VetPen device may be stored on its side after cartridge insertion for convenience.

Shipping & Return  

We offer express delivery for this product; see our shipping policy for details.

For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What insulin can be used with VetPen for pets?

Ans: VetPen is designed specifically for use with Vetsulin 2.7 ml cartridges containing 40 IU/mL porcine insulin. Using other insulin products may damage the device and cause dosing inaccuracies, so only manufacturer-recommended cartridges should be used for safe and effective administration.

Q2: Is VetPen reusable or single-use?

Ans: VetPen is a reusable insulin delivery device that supports multiple doses through replaceable cartridges. When the insulin cartridge becomes empty, it can be removed and replaced with a new one, while sterile needles must always be discarded after each injection for safety.

Q3: How accurate is dosing with VetPen compared to syringes?

Ans: VetPen uses a dial-based mechanism that allows pet owners to select precise insulin doses in unit increments. This system helps deliver consistent dosing with reduced risk of measurement errors compared with drawing insulin manually from vials using syringes.

Q4: What needle type should be used with VetPen?

Ans: VetPen is designed to work with 29-gauge, 12 mm pen needles that are thin, triple-sharpened, and lubricated. These needles help reduce penetration force and discomfort during injections and should be used as single-use components only.

Q5: When should insulin be given using VetPen?

Ans: The initial recommended Vetsulin dose administered with VetPen is typically given once daily concurrently with or immediately after feeding. Veterinarians may adjust dosing frequency based on glucose monitoring results and duration of insulin action to achieve proper glycemic control.