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VETPEN® Needle

Device

Product Description

VetPen® makes giving insulin injections to pets simple and accurate.1,2

For years, insulin pens have enabled humans to manage their diabetes simply and accurately. VetPen allows pet owners to enjoy the same convenience and accuracy when managing their pet’s diabetes.1,2

Designed Specifically for use with Caninsulin

Available in two sizes:
8 IU VetPen with dosing increments of 0.5IU
16 IU VetPen with dosing increments of 1 IU

Independent VetPen study findings
VETPEN® needle device packaging for safe and precise veterinary injections, manufactured by MSD Animal Health.

VetPen Benefits

  • Easy dosing minimises the chance of a dosing error1,2
  • More accurate dose delivery vs. syringes2
  • Ergonomically designed for easy handling
  • Portability for pet owners on the go
  • Less intimidating for pet owners than syringes
  • More environmently friendly, can help reduce the disposal cost
  • Improved safety and may minimise the injection discomfort

Read more about the VetPen features and benefits

More Accurate, Consistent Doses1,2

  • Precision instrumentation ensures the same dose each time, easily set by simply turning a dial, minimising the chance of dosing errors
  • Small, exact doses can be selected, down to 0.5 units, ideal for smaller pets
  • 25% more accurate than syringes
  • VetPen remains accurate and precise with regular use (tested after 3000 doses)3

Greater Convenience

  • Ergonomically designed for easy handling, even for owners with visual or manual dexterity issues
  • Multi-dose insulin cartridge requires fewer steps to prepare doses
  • Portable and easy to transport
  • Environmentally friendly, can help reduce disposal cost compared to syringes
  • Improved safety with a double capped and needle remover

Increased Usability

  • Less intimidating process for pet owners, especially those who have concerns about using the traditional syringe method
  • User-friendly – 97% of pet owners reported they had no difficulty using the VetPen®1
  • Minimises pet discomfort thanks to specially lubricated and triple-sharpened needles
  • Starter kit provides owners with a handy travel pouch containing detailed instructions, needles and needle remover
  • Reassuring option for owners with poor eyesight and unsteady hands

VetPen Administration

Learn how to use VetPen

ADMINISTRATION FOR DOGS
ADMINISTRATION FOR CATS

Caninsulin® 40 IU/ml Suspension for Injection contains porcine insulin.. POM-V 
Further information is available from the SPC, datasheet or package leaflet. 
Advice should be sought from the medicine prescriber. 
Prescription decisions are for the person issuing the prescription alone. 
Use Medicines Responsibly. 
 
MSD Animal Health UK Limited, Walton Manor, Walton, Milton Keynes, MK7 7AJ, UK 
Registered in England & Wales no. 946942

References

  1. Lust E, van Esch K, Slingerland LI, Kooistra HS, Horspool LJI. Survey of Veterinary Professional and Pet Owner VetPen User Experience. Presented at the 42nd WSAVA and FECAVA 23rd Eurocongress; Copenhagen, Denmark; 25-28 September 2017
  2. Burgaud, S., Riant, S. & Piau, N. (2012).  Comparative laboratory evolution of dose delivery using a veterinary insulin pen. WSAVA Poster
  3. Horspool, L.J. (2015). The scientific data behind the VetPen®. Proceedings of the European Society of Veterinary Endocrinology, Mainz, Germany. pp. 11-14