How long can pet insulin be unrefrigerated?

Insulin products contained in vials or cartridges supplied by the manufacturers (opened or unopened) may be left unrefrigerated at a temperature between 59°F and 86°F for up to 28 days and continue to work.

What happens to insulin if it is not refrigerated?

Insulins Unused (unopened) insulin vials, devices, or cartridges inadvertently left at room temperature can be returned to refrigeration but must be used within designated days of initially being stored at room temperature (see Tables 1 and 2). Products not used within the listed time periods should be discarded.

What is the shelf life of Vetsulin?

How long can Vetsulin be used? Contents of Vetsulin vials and cartridges should be used within 42 days of first puncture.

Are you supposed to shake Vetsulin?

The active ingredient in Vetsulin® is present in the precipitate and in the clear supernatant. Shake the vial thoroughly until a homogeneous, uniformly milky suspension is obtained.

How long can Vetsulin be left unrefrigerated?

Vetsulin would fall under the second paragraph. Regular insulin is recommended by the manufacturers to be stored in the original container at refrigerated temperatures (2 – 8°C), but the new neutral formulations have been demonstrated to be stable at room temperature for 24-30 months.

Does dog insulin have to be given exactly 12 hours apart?

#2: If your pet’s insulin is supposed to be given twice daily, try to time it as close to 12 hours apart as possible. We understand that having a diabetic pet requires a huge time commitment, especially when ensuring twice-daily insulin injections are given on time.

How long does Vetsulin last in the refrigerator?

Store the Vetsulin® bottle upright in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. Use contents within 42 days of first vial puncture and maintain a temperature of 25°C (77°F) or cooler. Injections should be given just under the skin, 3/4 to 2 inches from the middle of your pet’s back.

What human insulin is comparable to Vetsulin?

Lente (U-40 porcine insulin zinc suspension; Vetsulin, Merck Animal Health) is an intermediate-acting insulin commonly used by the Task Force in dogs. It is FDA approved for use in dogs and cats….Detemir (long-acting)

Product Description Recombinant DNA origin human insulin
Concentration U-100