Factors influencing insulin prescribing practices among small animal specialists - PubMed
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- Initial management of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) often involves regular insulin, but transitioning to longer-acting insulin can be challenging.
- The study surveyed ACVIM and ACVECC specialists in 2025 on insulin prescribing practices for canine and feline DKA patients.
- For canine cases, 47% chose insulin lente, with 46% administering it twice daily at a median dose of 0.43 U/kg/injection.
- 38% of canine respondents selected insulin NPH twice daily at a median dose of 0.43 U/kg/injection.
- For feline cases, 79% selected insulin glargine, with 78% administering it twice daily at a median dose of 0.17 U/kg/injection.
- The study aims to describe current prescribing practices and explore factors influencing insulin type and dose selection.
- Further research is needed on outcomes related to clinical control, cost efficacy, and quality-of-life as new insulin options emerge.