Yeah, he was up to 6.5 units and still in the 400's before!!! I think I will keep this dose for now, but gosh do I hate these numbers. I need to go pick up a box of ketone strips. We have a cardiologist appt today, and then hopefully can schedule a dental soon.Hi there, I have been off the board recently, but thought I would give my 2 cents if you don’t get an answer soon. I would give this current dose at least a few more days until depot fills to know what the dose is doing, you really are not seeing the whole effect of this dose. I saw your previous post that he was on a higher dose before and he is a very big boy. It is very possible he won’t need the same dose as last time, so don’t be in too big a hurry to increase. Better to go up gradually than miss the right dose this time. Other more experienced users mays chime in, but I am offering advice on what I have seen in the past with other members, for what it’s worth...
His numbers are terribleI hope Rufus sees some better numbers soon... and like Julie said, hopefully the dental will be the ticket to get him out of the trees
Have a nice day Sean
Ugh. Hope you have a good day, too!
I think the Mirtz was working, but someone told me that it's not a good solution beyond a couple days. I remembered Jones was on this. Crossing fingers vet will prescribe for him.
If not, please get into the habit again of getting that before bed test.
I know I haven't gotten the +2 night test, I will tonight! Promise! The reason I started at 1 unit, was everyone telling me on FB to start at .25 or .5! There was no way I was going to start him at 6.5. I figured 1 was a good starting point.Sean - where is your night time test data? Have you forgotten to enter it on the spreadsheet?
I wholeheartedly agree that Rufus looks like he need an increase, from the data you have. However, half the picture is missing. If you had gotten night tests showing nothing was happening then, I would have suggested an immediate increase. He needs to get out of this ugly numbers, as soon as safely possible. Remind me why you started with a 1 unit dose. Most kitties coming back from remission end up near the upper dose they were before. However, you also have the high carb kibble factor. It can take longer to get out of the system. Can you get a mid day test today and a +2 or later tonight? If so, then we can reevaluate the dose, and the carbs will be wearing off.
The link to your previous post, for connectivity http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/7-7-rufus-amps-558-4-488-8-5-623.216518/ Please include those links with your daily posts, as it makes it much easier to go back and read history.
Of course the I couldn't remember the name of cypro at the vet, and she claims she's never heard of one starting with a "c". The tech said entice would work, too.
I saw that too and wanted to also mention deli meat is usually very high in sodium which is not the best for kitties. A very small amount once in awhile should be okay, but a lot may not be the best for your kitty.
Awesome!
Sigh. Too bad you didn't post here first. You will be doing SLGS since you are feeding dry food, but with a kitty on such high numbers and returning from the falls, we might have suggested something more. If he is still 24.5 lbs, TR would have you start at 2.5 units. If he stays red and black, I think we can entertain 0.5 unit increases until he starts seeing other colours.
OK, I'll start 1.5 tomorrow night. How long are you suggesting holding the new dose if he stays blacks and reds?
Just tested ketones tonight. I will be testing daily. It was negative thankfully. I have put that in my spreadsheet too. Tested at +2 tonight, and is at 481
Better than black and after eating and a possible food spike so this is going in the right direction. Keep on keeping on keeping on.Just tested ketones tonight. I will be testing daily. It was negative thankfully. I have put that in my spreadsheet too. Tested at +2 tonight, and is at 481
