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Chrissyt7183

Chrissyt7183

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Hello. My cats on lantus 2 units. I gave him a curve today. I don’t have much data just started home testing. His b g been 175 from 2+ until now 11+. I’m concerned how to proceed with his next shot. I’m very new to this and didn’t expect such steady fairly low numbers. Thank you.
 
Can you set up a spreadsheet? Did you post an intro on the main Health forum? That’s the place to start. Human or vet meter? What are you feeding? How long on insulin? They will get you set up. I’m glad you joined the best place for a diabetic cat and are asking for help before you shoot.
 
tiffmaxee said:
Can you set up a spreadsheet? Did you post an intro on the main Health forum? That’s the place to start. Human or vet meter? What are you feeding? How long on insulin? They will get you set up. I’m glad you joined the best place for a diabetic cat and are asking for help before you shoot.
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I’m using re lion. Lantus 2 units. I’m unsure what to do. Thanks.
 
tiffmaxee said:
Can you set up a spreadsheet? Did you post an intro on the main Health forum? That’s the place to start. Human or vet meter? What are you feeding? How long on insulin? They will get you set up. I’m glad you joined the best place for a diabetic cat and are asking for help before you shoot.
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I’m working on a spreadsheet. I just started home testing. My phone is not updated. It crashed. Thanks.
 
tiffmaxee said:
Can you set up a spreadsheet? Did you post an intro on the main Health forum? That’s the place to start. Human or vet meter? What are you feeding? How long on insulin? They will get you set up. I’m glad you joined the best place for a diabetic cat and are asking for help before you shoot.
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Re lion meter. 2 units lantus. For five months. Just did a diet change to fancy feast from kibble about a week.
 
How much does your cat weigh? What’s his/her name? Was kitty started on 2 units? Been on Lantus whole time? Has the dose ever been changed?
 
tiffmaxee said:
How much does your cat weigh? What’s his/her name? Was kitty started on 2 units? Been on Lantus whole time? Has the dose ever been changed?
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He’s 12 pounds. 12 yrs old. He’s been up to 3.5 units. Changed dose couple weeks ago. Changed food a week ago. Lantus the whole time. I just don’t know how to proceed when numbers are low or so steady. I just started testing a week ago when I switched food as I was scared. Thanks.
 
I’m glad started testing. If you have a week of numbers you can start a spreadsheet and then we can help you. That’s not a low number but we don’t know how he reacts to insulin.
 
tiffmaxee said:
I’m glad started testing. If you have a week of numbers you can start a spreadsheet and then we can help you. That’s not a low number but we don’t know how he reacts to insulin.
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I will work on the spreadsheet. Last week he was higher mid day he stayed in the 200 s all cycle. If he’s under 200 is it fair for me not to shoot Bc I don’t have data. Also I’m unsure how to handle this in the am. If he’s low again. Or high Bc I’m afraid. Thanks.
 
I understand. We say you should pick up the food two hours before Insulin. How’s he eaten in the last two hours?
 
tiffmaxee said:
I’m glad started testing. If you have a week of numbers you can start a spreadsheet and then we can help you. That’s not a low number but we don’t know how he reacts to insulin.
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Also with lantus if he’s low do you cut the dose ever or how do you proceed. ?
 
The dose is based upon how low it takes your cat. It’s not the same every day which is why we look at trends. Eliminating dry food is bringing his numbers down. He had a late nadir. How long past your insulin time is it?
 
Since it’s late and we need data to help you I would like you to skip tonight. Do you need help setting up a spreadsheet? Feed him. Then come back. What time do you shoot? Which time zine are you in?
 
tiffmaxee said:
The dose is based upon how low it takes your cat. It’s not the same every day which is why we look at trends. Eliminating dry food is bringing his numbers down. He had a late nadir. How long past your insulin time is it?
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14 hours. And I’ll try to set up my sheet tomorrow my phone crashed when I tried. I have an old phone. . I just tested him he’s 190 at +14 hours. I will follow up with you tomorrow. In case if he’s under a certain number should I skip the shot? Or decrease. I don’t know how this is handled. Thanks.
tiffmaxee said:
Since it’s late and we need data to help you I would like you to skip tonight. Do you need help setting up a spreadsheet? Feed him. Then come back. What time do you shoot? Which time zine are you in?
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Chrissyt7183 said:
14 hours. And I’ll try to set up my sheet tomorrow my phone crashed when I tried. I have an old phone. . I just tested him he’s 190 at +14 hours. I will follow up with you tomorrow. In case if he’s under a certain number should I skip the shot? Or decrease. I don’t know how this is handled. Thanks.
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Eastern time. I’m in Pennsylvania. His shot time is 8 am. And it’s been 14 hours since last shot here. I just tested him he’s in the high 100 s. 190. Thanks.
 
What time do you test in the morning?

I want you to read the yellow stickies at the top of this forum page. It’s a lot of information so you won’t be able to absorb it all.

Read the one about what’s a depot and also dosing methods we use. For now since you have a lot to learn I would start with SLGS.
 
In the morning If over 150 you can shoot. If under post here. If you need help setting up the spreadsheet we have people to help. Just ask.
 
tiffmaxee said:
In the morning If over 150 you can shoot. If under post here. If you need help setting up the spreadsheet we have people to help. Just ask.
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Hello. My cat was at 376 this morning. Reply when you can I know your probably sleeping. I will read the materials. Thank you.
 
Hi! @tiffmaxee is west coast and I'm kind of new here and can't give dosing advice. I would re-read your convo from yesterday and see her advice!

A few tips to help you settle in here -
  • Setting up the spreadsheet Elise mentioned is KEY. Those giving advice only have the spreadsheet to help you. Spreadsheet Instructions
  • Create a new thread each day and name it with the date and your kitty's name - e.g., 09/11 <Kitty name> AMPS ### - here's the reason why this board asks for this.

You are in the right place and you'll get more eyes and help if you start with those two items! I know there's a LOT of info here - it's overwhelming at times - but you'll catch on and so many people here want to help! :bighug:
 
Chrissyt7183 said:
Hello. My cat was at 376 this morning. Reply when you can I know your probably sleeping. I will read the materials. Thank you.
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Hi Chrissy,

Could you please start a new thread/condo today?

This is a very long post, lots of replies and it's from yesterday.

So today it should be like this:

go to the top of this forum and click on the blue button that says "Post New Thread"

9/11 Cat Name AMPS ###

It's really important to do this. So we can all start fresh today...it gets really busy on this forum and your post will cause confusion by everyone getting up looking at the new posts.

Thank you!
 
Sue and Luci said:
Hi Chrissy,

Could you please start a new thread/condo today?

This is a very long post, lots of replies and it's from yesterday.

So today it should be like this:

go to the top of this forum and click on the blue button that says "Post New Thread"

9/11 Cat Name AMPS ###

It's really important to do this. So we can all start fresh today...it gets really busy on this forum and your post will cause confusion by everyone getting up looking at the new posts.

Thank you!
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Ok will do soon. Thanks.
 
tiffmaxee said:
Can you set up a spreadsheet? Did you post an intro on the main Health forum? That’s the place to start. Human or vet meter? What are you feeding? How long on insulin? They will get you set up. I’m glad you joined the best place for a diabetic cat and are asking for help before you shoot.
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im in the spreadsheet now trying to save ans share
 
How fo
Chrissyt7183 said:
Hello. My cats on lantus 2 units. I gave him a curve today. I don’t have much data just started home testing. His b g been 175 from 2+ until now 11+. I’m concerned how to proceed with his next shot. I’m very new to this and didn’t expect such steady fairly low numbers. Thank you.
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how do I share
 
Yes. Good job. Can you monitor throughout the next few days? I don’t know if 1.25 will be enough. Now that you have a ss add a signature. Look at mine for info to include.
 
Chrissyt7183 said:
You don’t think 1.25 is enough. ?
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I can monitor and check Back with you. I just didn’t know what dose to stay on. And I didn’t know if lantus also could be reduced due to low numbers occasionally. If he was low could you lesson dose ? Or hold. Thanks.
 
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