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DebbieandOnyx

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HI all, I was a member here (maybe at the old forum?) when my cat, Onyx, was diagnosed in 2008.

She was diagnosed last Thursday with hyperthyroidism. She's on Methimizole (1.25 twice per day to start, re-check in 4 weeks). I also just got a new vial of ProZinc and am getting some high numbers in the last couple of days, 270-304 PS.

Usually her PS numbers are around 217-220-ish with her nadir around 110-120 at about +7 hours. Her usual dose is .2-.3. I use a 100 syringe.

I was still getting good numbers (in spite of the undiagnosed hyperthyroidism) until she was put on Methimazole and the new vial of insulin (same day).

I've noticed this vial of Prozinc is a very cloudy white, is it normal for some to appear this way? I don't remember it being this cloudy before.

I'm going to call my vet tomorrow (Monday). I'm trying to figure out if it's the Methimazole or a bad vial of insulin.

Any input appreciated.

Thanks!

Debbie & Onyx
 
I don't know about the medication but hopefully others will. You also might use the search function at the top of the board and see if there have been other discussions about it.

Normally we say unless there are floaties, it is good. Cloudy is fairly normal and of course, you roll it a little to mix it. Unfortunately, the only way to really tell is if the numbers are unusually higher. If you just got it, maybe take it back to the vet and ask for another?
 
ProZinc insulin is a suspension insulin, that is the insulin particles are suspended in a liquid. The particles settle out with time and yuo have to gently roll the insulin via before withdrawing the insulin from the vial the mix the particles in the liquid.
Lantus and Levemir are solution insulins. The insulin is dissolved in the liquid and they should be clear and no mixing is required.
 
I know there are cats with both conditions taking methimazole with no problems, but my civie didn't do well on it - bad side-effects.
Also, the hyper-T (and poss. methimazole) can cause runny poo - not sure if that would affect bg numbers.
 
Slowing down the metabolism would reduce the energy requirements, so the cat may be eating less, unless underweight. If eating less, the insulin requirement could be less too.
 
Thanks all! Sorry it took so long to reply, been so busy with Onyx and going back and forth to the Dr. with my boyfriend.

I found out the biggest problem,..the Kroger meter was going bad. I found out they only last 6-12 months (at least that's what the pharmacist said). Went back to a name brand meter and the readings are better (but still a little off). I've been told the two conditions can "feed" off each other, so things may settle down once her T4 is under control.

Thanks again!
 
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