URGENT Dose Advice

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Reposted. Hi guys - I just tested Lola and her bG = 8.6 mmol/L (155 mg/dL). I then retested and it was 9.2 mmol/L (165 mg/dL). That’s pretty low for her (she was fed wet food by my husband 25 mins ago) - I would usually expect ~12 mmol/L (~215 mg/dL). Although I’ve given insulin at 9.6 before and she’s been fine, so maybe I’m overreacting? She’s being tested with a Freestyle Insulinx and is on 1 unit ProZinc insulin every 12 hours.

Is it safe to give the 1 unit insulin based on this value? Need to know ASAP whether I should proceed with the shot...
 
I think 1 unit would be okay. It looks like you've given that before on other similar preshots. Would it be possible to grab a test at +2 to be sure the cycle isn't going to be an active one? It would also give you good data for next time this happens. :)
 
Rachel said:
I think 1 unit would be okay. It looks like you've given that before on other similar preshots. Would it be possible to grab a test at +2 to be sure the cycle isn't going to be an active one? It would also give you good data for next time this happens. :)
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For sure, I’ll take a +2 or +3 tonight before bed. Will give 1 unit now. Thanks for the advice!

Edit: 1 unit given; will retest at ~10:00 PM Eastern. :)
 
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