This peer-reviewed article is great material for a veterinary hospital staff meeting. Ruth Gostelow, BVetMed(Hons), DACVIM, DECVIM-CA, MRCVS, Royal Veterinary College, provides perspective on treatments of diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats. Representatives can lead the discussion as a service to the veterinary team or use this information to become more aware of the variances in maintenance insulin choices.
Source: Clinician’s Brief, November 2015.
Insulin is arguably the most important hormone involved in glucose homeostasis and is the mainstay of long-term treatment for canine and feline diabetics. Many maintenance insulins are available to veterinarians, but the most appropriate choice often depends on the species treated, clinician preference and prescribing laws in certain countries.