SubQ Fluids question.... + Dennis update

Does anyone know of a website that sells subQ fluids?




Also, I haven't been on the messageboards in a while so I wanted to update everyone about Dennis since everyone on here has been so helpful in the past.

A few weeks ago he was diagnosed with kidney failure, although he has improved over the past three weeks due to the daily subQ fluids he's getting at home. Yesterday's check up determined that, due to the kidney failure, he is slightly anemic. Dennis is starting a drug trial on Monday to correct the anemia. I'm not sure what the medication is called but it's specifically for anemia that stems from kidney failure. From what I understand, there is only one medication for cats with this issue, and it's made for humans and cats can develop antibodies. However, this study is for the feline version of the medication. He's going to remain on SubQ fluids for the foreseeable future, which is why I'm wondering if there are alternative places to buy them (I think it's $20 a bag at the vet).

In regards to his diabetes, Dennis has gone from 6u of Vetsulin, 2x a day to 0.5u 2x a day! He had a fructosamine done yesterday, and the vet said the dose is perfect!

Thank you to everyone that has helped us get through all of the rough patches since his diagnosis. You're all amazing!

 

https://www.valleyvet.com/c/pharmacy/cat-rx-veterinary-medicine/cat-electrolyte-prescriptions.html
You can also try your local pharmacy like Walgreens if yo want a case/12 bags. You have to give the pharmacist the NDC number. See:
http://www.zzcat.com/CRF/supplies/ndc.htm

 

Hi there,

I'm tagging @jayla-n-Drevon to see what she can suggest to you about the sub-q and CKD side of things. I'm assuming that you're already familiar with Tanya's Site for CKD kitties.

Go Dennis! This is great news! I'm delighted for you both.




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Hi Dennis--
I think the drug you are referring to for anemia is epogen ?
If so I am very excited to hear they are developing a feline version as it is very unpredictable in how a cat responds-(the human version)


Walgreens has lactated ringers (you may have to give them a day to get a case) you will need a script.
I cannot remember the exact price but it was much less than 20$ per bag--I am thinking it was under 10$
also KV Vet supply has them and usually free shipping (they also have needles and lines)

Congratulations on the FD control!

 

Thanks, @jayla-n-Drevon!

 

Thank you, that helps a lot. I think you're right about the name of the medication but I don't know for sure. I'll know Monday when I meet with the vet to fill out the trial application. Thank you again!

 

Thank you so much!

 

HUGE congratulations! That is awesome!

Good luck with the drug trial!

 

I was able to get a case of lactated ringers at Costco - at about $8.50 a bag. Definitely worth it. My vet was charging $30 per bag!