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Caninsulin 40 IU/ml 2.7ml VetPen Cartridges (Pack of 10)
Caninsulin 40 IU/ml 2.7ml VetPen Cartridges (Pack of 10)
This is a prescription-only veterinary medicine. A valid veterinary prescription must be received and approved before this medicine can be dispatched.
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Temperature-controlled delivery. Dispatched Monday to Thursday only.
Please note: We cannot ship to Northern Ireland.
Prescription Information
- Prescription must match the product, strength and formulation ordered.
- For orders involving more than one pet, a separate prescription is required.
- Uploaded prescriptions are valid for up to 6 months or until the prescribed number of repeats has been supplied, whichever comes first. In accordance with UK Veterinary Medicines Regulations, we are legally required to retain veterinary prescriptions for a minimum of 5 years.
All orders are reviewed by our veterinary team. Prescription checks are typically completed the same day. Orders are dispatched once checks are complete and the medication is ready for dispatch. Read our prescription policy .
PRODUCT INFORMATION
MSD Animal Health has confirmed that Caninsulin VetPen Cartridges are being permanently discontinued due to ongoing supply difficulties.
This product will not be returning to stock.
The Caninsulin VetPen delivery devices and VetPen needles are also being discontinued.
Caninsulin itself is NOT being discontinued. Caninsulin 2.5ml and 10ml vials will continue to be available. If your pet currently uses Caninsulin cartridges, please contact your veterinary surgeon to discuss transitioning to vials with appropriate U40 insulin syringes. A new prescription will be required for the alternative presentation.
Caninsulin 40 IU/ml contains porcine insulin and is indicated for the treatment of diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats.
These 2.7ml cartridges were specifically designed for use with the Caninsulin VetPen delivery device, allowing accurate, controlled dose delivery in animals prescribed insulin therapy.
Caninsulin may be prescribed for diabetic dogs and cats to regulate blood glucose concentrations and improve associated clinical signs including polyuria, polydipsia, weight loss and lethargy.
This product is a prescription-only veterinary medicine (POM-V).
Dosage, frequency of administration and delivery system are determined by the prescribing veterinary surgeon and provided on the dispensing label.
These cartridges must only be used with a compatible Caninsulin VetPen and appropriate pen needles. They are not suitable for use with standard insulin syringes.
Further information, including contraindications and potential side effects, can be found in the product data sheet available here.
Cold Chain Handling & Delivery
Caninsulin VetPen cartridges must be stored between 2–8°C and protected from freezing immediately on receipt.
All refrigerated medicines are dispatched using validated insulated packaging designed to maintain temperature stability for over 72 hours.
Orders are sent via Royal Mail Signed 24. An adult must be available to receive the parcel.
If delivery is missed, delayed, redirected or left unattended, temperature integrity cannot be guaranteed. Once dispatched, the cost of refrigerated medicines cannot be refunded.
Cold-chain medicines are dispatched Monday–Thursday to avoid weekend transit delays.
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