Prescription for insulin?

[vstarjewel]

When we went for our consultation with the vet to discuss Max's diabetes and home care, he indicated that they can give us a script for the insulin, and that we may be able to get it cheaper online or elsewhere. When we went back for Max's 6 week check, I asked for the script and was told by the vet tech they don't give them to patients. It is for the cat's safety as only they can be sure that the insulin purchased is genuine. Anyone else out there have this happen to them?

 

[Jill & Alex (GA)]

When we went for our consultation with the vet to discuss Max's diabetes and home care, he indicated that they can give us a script for the insulin, and that we may be able to get it cheaper online or elsewhere. When we went back for Max's 6 week check, I asked for the script and was told by the vet tech they don't give them to patients. It is for the cat's safety as only they can be sure that the insulin purchased is genuine. Anyone else out there have this happen to them?

I have not had this problem, but I know others who have. Given your circumstances, I would speak to the vet who was willing to work with you.

FYI: I don't know where you live, but if in the US, forty states have adopted laws, regulations or policy statements that specifically or implicitly require veterinarians to provide their clients with a written prescription upon request in some circumstances. Some of those states do so by incorporating into their discipline standards for veterinarians the AVMA's Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics, which state that veterinarians should honor a client's request for a prescription in lieu of dispensing (Section III-C).

Check to see if your state is listed here: State Summary Report: Veterinary Prescription Orders.


Good luck!


P.S. - If you're in Canada, you don't need a prescription for insulin.

 

[vstarjewel]

Thank you!! I checked it . . . of course, Michigan isn't listed (it seems like we get "passes" on important things a LOT ). I don't want to make a stink, but I also REALLY don't like their "it's us or no one" policy.

 

[Lisa and Witn (GA)]

I noticed in your signature that you are giving 4 units twice a day. That is a very high dose for any insulin unless there are other medical conditions going on. Are you home testing?