Reptile · Eublepharis macularius · typical adult weight 0.04–0.10 kg
Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) is dosed at 5–10 U/kg IM, ICe q24-72h in leopard geckos, per 443. Stahl SJ. Diseases of the reptile pancreas. Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract. 2003;6:191-212. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.260 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 4.8 (Hormones and Steroids Used in Reptiles). The copy held is an ebook conversion with no printed page numbers, so the table — not the page — is the citable location. — SOURCE EDITION: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary — ISBN 9780323833929, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780323833929. Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) is used in leopard geckos for Diabetes mellitus / hyperglycaemia. Routes documented in leopard geckos: IM, ICe. A typical adult leopard gecko weighs 0.04–0.10 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) in leopard geckos, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Vetsulin, ProZinc, Humulin N
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IM, ICe | 5–10 U/kg | q24-72h | Diabetes mellitus / hyperglycaemia | Weak | 443. Stahl SJ. Diseases of the reptile pancreas. Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract. 2003;6:191-212. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.260 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 4.8 (Hormones and Steroids Used in Reptiles). The copy held is an ebook conversion with no printed page numbers, so the table — not the page — is the citable location. — SOURCE EDITION: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary — ISBN 9780323833929, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780323833929 |
Every held source for this drug and species, as printed. Where they differ, both are shown — the choice is yours, not ours.
| Dose (iu/kg) | Route | Source | As printed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–5 | IM | BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th ed — Part B (Exotic Pets)p.178 | Chelonians, Snakes: 1-5 IU/kg i.m. q24-72h |
| 5–10 | IM | BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th ed — Part B (Exotic Pets)p.178 | 5-10 IU/kg i.m. q24-72h; adjust doses according to serial glucose measurement. |
| 5–10 | IM | Mader's Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery, 3rd edTable 127.6 | 5-10 U/kg IM, ICe q24-72h315 Lizards, crocodilians/see previous |
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Facilitates cellular glucose uptake by binding insulin receptors, activating glucose transporters. Regulates carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism.
Hypoglycemia is the most dangerous adverse effect. Dose individually based on blood glucose curves. Vetsulin (porcine lente) for dogs, ProZinc (PZI) often preferred in cats. U-40 vs U-100 syringes — use correct syringe.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for leopard geckos may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) dose range in leopard geckos, with cited source references: IM, ICe 5–10 U/kg q24-72h. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) in leopard geckos: IM, ICe.
Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) is indicated in leopard geckos for: Diabetes mellitus / hyperglycaemia.
These are general warnings for Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) across species; consult the leopard gecko dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Hypoglycemia is the most dangerous adverse effect. Dose individually based on blood glucose curves. Vetsulin (porcine lente) for dogs, ProZinc (PZI) often preferred in cats. U-40 vs U-100 syringes — use correct syringe.
Why a species-specific page? Insulin (NPH/Vetsulin) pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in leopard geckos — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.