PZI

[kris]

Hi, Kris here (new member today) with 13yo Toots. Gave the first dose of PZI this am. Observing, evaluating, praying. My question today is- onset of action, peak, and duration, and after opening vial, what is the expiration of the insulin. Thanks.

 

[Carl & Polly & Bob (GA)]

Kris,
Is it BCP PZI?
It will work, just like every insulin, differently for each cat. But generally:
Onset is about 2 hours after the shot.
Peak (nadir) between 5-7 hours after the shot
Duration 8-10 hours
Expiration - there should be a date on the vial or the box it came in, and it should be kept in the fridge.

I used PZI with my cat, Bob. His nadir was usually between +5 and +6, and the duration seemed to be 9-10 hours. I didn't test in the first couple of hours after the shot, so I don't know when the onset was.

Can you tell us what sort of BG numbers Toots has had, and if you are home testing? Also, what is his/her diet currently?

Carl