Similar to insulin pens used in the management of human diabetes, VetPen provides a more convenient way to inject insulin than traditional vials and syringes. Repeat steps 1-3 until a strong, steady stream or jet of insulin appears at the needle tip. Expect to expel at least 8 units of air.

To fix, replace the needle on VetPen with a new one. Remember to use a new needle for each injection. The needle is designed for single use only.

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VetPen is designed to work optimally with 29 gauge/ 12 mm needles, which are small, thin, triple-sharpened and specially lubricated. This equates to a lower penetration force compared to a traditional needle which should reduce discomfort for the pet. These are the only needles that should be used with VetPen.

Caninsulin VetPen: Caninsulin delivery device, available in two sizes: 0.5-8IU (0.5-unit dose increments) and 1-16IU (one unit dose increments) Hold the pen with the needle pointing up and tap the pen gently with your fingers to push any air bubbles to the top.Burgaud, S., Riant, S. & Piau, N. (2012). Comparative laboratory evolution of dose delivery using a veterinary insulin pen. Proceedings of the WSAVA/FECAVA/BSAVA Congress, Birmingham UK 12-15 April 2012. Abstract 567 To clean VetPen, simply wipe with a damp cloth. Do not immerse it in water. Troubleshooting VetPen ® Ensure the arrow on the VetPen points to the start line on the dose selector, then dial the number of units prescribed. To make sure the pet receives its full dose, press the release button down fully and hold it until the arrow (▶) points to the start line (—) on the dose selector. Then wait at least 5 seconds before removing the needle from the skin to allow VetPen to deliver the full dose.

This may be a sign that the needle may have been removed before the injection was completed. If the VetPen needle is removed from the skin too early, the pet did not receive its full insulin dose. While the overall injection process is similar, VetPen allows clients to select doses more accurately 3. With just the turn of a dial, owners can select the correct dose of insulin, then simply push the release button allowing the VetPen’s internal mechanism to deliver the precise dose each time. VetPen was developed to make it easier for pet owners to manage their pets' diabetes. This breakthrough device features innovative technology that makes giving insulin injections simpler, more accurate, and less time-consuming. Client instruction booklet: easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions with photos that show clients how to load, use, and store the penWhile the overall injection process is similar, VetPen allows you to select doses more accurately. With just the turn of a dial, you can select a customized dose of insulin down to 0.5 units. And, with a push of the release button, the VetPen’s internal mechanism works to deliver the precise dose each and every time. Doses of insulin are measured in units: 40 IU/mL insulin contains 40 International Units (IU) per milliliter (mL) (1 mL = 1 cc). Advise pet owners notto reuse VetPen needles. After a single use, needles should be disposed of in approved sharps or biohazard containers. How to Use VetPen ® The Caninsulin VetPen Starter Kit helps make giving insulin injections to your pet easier and more convenient. Make sure your hand is not impeding the rotation of the dose selector. Holding VetPen® like a pen allows the dose selector to rotate freely after the release button has been pushed down fully.