Reptile · Pogona vitticeps · typical adult weight 0.38–0.51 kg
Insulin is dosed at 5–10 IU/kg IM, ICe q24-72h in bearded dragons, 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). Insulin is used in bearded dragons for Diabetes mellitus / hyperglycaemia (pancreatic disease). Routes documented in bearded dragons: IM, ICe. A typical adult bearded dragon weighs 0.38–0.51 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Insulin in bearded dragons, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IM, ICe | 5–10 IU/kg | q24-72h | Diabetes mellitus / hyperglycaemia (pancreatic disease) | Weak | 443. Stahl SJ. Diseases of the reptile pancreas. Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract. 2003;6:191-212 doi:10.1016/s1094-9194(02)00054-3. — 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). |
Typical range: 380–510 g
If provided, volume will be calculated alongside dose.
Reference only. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
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 bearded dragons may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Insulin dose range in bearded dragons, with cited source references: IM, ICe 5–10 IU/kg q24-72h. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Insulin in bearded dragons: IM, ICe.
Insulin is indicated in bearded dragons for: Diabetes mellitus / hyperglycaemia (pancreatic disease).
These are general warnings for Insulin across species; consult the bearded dragon 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 pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in bearded dragons — 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.