{"product_id":"vetpen-starter-kit-16-iu","title":"Vetpen Starter Kit for Dogs \u0026 Cats - 16 IU","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEasy Accurate Insulin Delivery for Dogs and Cats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVetPen 16 Starter Kit makes insulin delivery easier for diabetic dogs and cats with an automatic pen that provides accurate and consistent dosing. It works only with Vetsulin 2.7 ml cartridges and includes necessary accessories for easy use at home or while traveling. You can dial a precise dose, cut down on preparation steps, and help manage glucose levels with a reusable device designed for veterinary use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(255, 0 , 0);\"\u003eNOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item requires Express shipping due to the perishable nature of this product. Express orders are shipped \u003cstrong\u003eMonday-Wednesday\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Product can only be shipped to the continental US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise Dosing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe dial-based mechanism delivers consistent insulin amounts, helping to reduce dosing errors compared to traditional syringes and vials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Administration: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe automatic delivery system requires fewer preparation steps once primed, making daily insulin delivery easier for pet parents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet-Friendly Needles: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe compatible fine gauge needles are thin and lubricated, which reduces the force needed for penetration and helps lessen discomfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Design: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis durable device supports multiple doses with replaceable cartridges and is tested for thousands of uses over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient Lifestyle Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Portable format with travel pouch allows insulin delivery at home or while traveling with pets easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition Table\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 43.4568%; 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height: 35.5966px;\" width=\"119\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.0 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended-Dosage Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 37.7575%;\" height=\"79\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 13.3204%;\" width=\"75\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.7208%;\" width=\"156\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Dose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 13.1404%;\" width=\"74\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.6413%;\" width=\"251\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustment Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 13.3204%;\" width=\"75\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDogs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.7208%;\" width=\"156\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.5 IU per kg body weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 13.1404%;\" width=\"74\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce daily with or after a meal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.6413%;\" width=\"251\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the duration is inadequate, divide into twice-daily doses at 25% less per dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 13.3204%;\" width=\"75\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.7208%;\" width=\"156\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.5 IU per kg body weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 13.1404%;\" width=\"74\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce daily with or after a meal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.6413%;\" width=\"251\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA veterinarian may recommend adjustments based on glucose monitoring results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage \u0026amp; 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Using other insulin products may damage the device and cause dosing inaccuracies, so only manufacturer-recommended cartridges should be used for safe and effective administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Is VetPen reusable or single-use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e VetPen is a reusable insulin delivery device that supports multiple doses through replaceable cartridges. When the insulin cartridge becomes empty, it can be removed and replaced with a new one, while sterile needles must always be discarded after each injection for safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: How accurate is dosing with VetPen compared to syringes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e VetPen uses a dial-based mechanism that allows pet owners to select precise insulin doses in unit increments. This system helps deliver consistent dosing with reduced risk of measurement errors compared with drawing insulin manually from vials using syringes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: What needle type should be used with VetPen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e VetPen is designed to work with 29-gauge, 12 mm pen needles that are thin, triple-sharpened, and lubricated. These needles help reduce penetration force and discomfort during injections and should be used as single-use components only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: When should insulin be given using VetPen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The initial recommended Vetsulin dose administered with VetPen is typically given once daily concurrently with or immediately after feeding. 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