Julie Berber
Member Since 2017
Nippet only got a 97 on her PM test. Is this normal for her to continually drop BG numbers?
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That's the pmps test?
It's certainly normal for them to drop numbers after insulin. If you are getting low am or pmps numbers then a reduction in insulin is helpful to even out the am and pmps so that it's safe to shoot. I wouldn't personally shoot on a 97 though.
It's certainly normal for them to drop numbers after insulin. If you are getting low am or pmps numbers then a reduction in insulin is helpful to even out the am and pmps so that it's safe to shoot. I wouldn't personally shoot on a 97 though.
Julie Berber
Member Since 2017
97 is the preshot PM test. I cant shoot her at 97. Lord knows what would happen. I think tomorrow ill test AM and if she needs insulin I'll drop it down to maybe .10 to .15 only. ...
.25 is already taken her down a little too low at times.
.25 is already taken her down a little too low at times.
Kris & Teasel
Member Since 2016
I agree - no shot tonight.
JanetNJ
Member Since 2016
I agree with lowering the dose. Forgive me if this sounds like a stupid question, but you are using u40 syringes and not u100, correct?
Julie Berber
Member Since 2017
Yes, i am using U40s. Im having to "eye" it.
How hard would it to to change to using a U100 syringe? Nippet is needing less than .25
Kris & Teasel
Member Since 2016
It's an easy switch. Get U100s with half unit marks and use this conversion chart:
http://www.felinediabetes.com/insulin-conversions.htm
Julie Berber
Member Since 2017
Thank you!!!! That helps a ton! Now to find a vet that will sell me some. Lol. I've ticked off all mine...
Amanda and a Loudogg
Member Since 2017
You never ever have to go to your vet for syringes. In fact, I wouldn't bother because they overcharge (or at least mine does). ADWdiabetes is the best place to go for diabetic supplies. I get both my U40 and U100 syringes there and they ship fast. I currently use these U100 syringes, but they seem to stick a lot, so I'm not super happy with them. But hopefully the link will give you a decent place to start. 
Julie Berber
Member Since 2017
I notice they have different sizes. The 3/10cc would work the same right? Its just the length of the tube?
Chris & China (GA)
Member Since 2013
You can also get them from WalMart....their 3/10ml, 31 gauge, 8mm insulin syringes all come with half unit markings (No matter what they might tell you)
They're only $12.58/100
Julie Berber
Member Since 2017
I can get them without a script?
Chris & China (GA)
Member Since 2013
depends on your state.....I don't need a script in Missouri....Most states don't need a script but there are some that do (and occasionally cities that require them even if the state doesn't)
I checked online and it says that Tennessee does not require a script for syringes
All it would take is a phone call to find out for sure
I checked online and it says that Tennessee does not require a script for syringes
All it would take is a phone call to find out for sure
JeffJ
Member Since 2016
U40's are dreadful. Long needles and really thick. I also used the conversion chart and dosed using U100 when Leo was on Prozinc.
Establish a no-dose value. For Leo it is 200. If he is close, I feed him. Then I check in one hour. If over 200 then I reduce the dose a little. So there is no skipped dose.
Establish a no-dose value. For Leo it is 200. If he is close, I feed him. Then I check in one hour. If over 200 then I reduce the dose a little. So there is no skipped dose.
JanetNJ
Member Since 2016
Nj requires a script.
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