Hi- our repeat insulin value came back at 200 after starting metformin. I have convinced my vet to try Invokana. Given that the metformin doesn’t appear to be working, I am planning on discontinuing t

Hi all, What is the suggested timeframe after starting metformin to have a repeat insulin run?

For those who have experience using metformin, I have a 1000lb Morgan and finally got approval to start after two rounds of continued high insulin values. What dosage did you start at (I have 1000mg t

Yes please- would Like to sign up

Our stim results came in today and it looks like we are in good shape there: Pre: 20.0 Post: 63.0 (this is after increasing to 2.5 mg a week or two before the test). Our insulin results are still pend

Hi Dr Kellon, I welcome your advice on my recent addition to my case history. Buddy has a 1:1 insulin to glucose ration and is still recovering from our first bout of laminitis. I am working with Kath

Hi Kristen- he is no longer on pasture at all. He is in his large dry run out. I have a hay test at Equianalytical and will be workigg by with Kathleen Gustafson to balance. His iron levels are really

All values were updated in case history. Top line results below: Buddy's insulin levels were high 99.75 uIU/mL (range 10-40) Serum Iron was 225 ug/dL TIBC 535 ug/dL Ferritin 244 ng/mL T4 was 0.630 ug/

T4 0.630, range 1-4 Thyro-L?????

Dr K et al, my initial metabolic panel is in from Cornell- still awaiting TRH stim results- he always had a normal ACTH but was abnormal on stim. The same appears here. baseline ACTH 22.3 of/mL range

I am testing the water at the barn today. I suspect it may contain higher levels of iron. Is there a filtration system that can be installed on a spicket somewhat reasonably? How do others handle wate

Thanks Dr Kellon, I am awaiting bloodwork from Cornell. We had a recent bout of laminitis so I am really scared but I will wait for the results and your expert guidance. This group is a Godsend to me

My vet says she is uncomfortable prescribing this...I am so disappointed :(

Thanks, LJ! I appreciate your input

LJ- thank you! A timely response as my vet is coming today. Would using a human glucometer help? This would give me blood sugar values but not sure it would test insulin levels which I believe are the

Dr K- Can you provide guidance on how I can get my hands on Ivokana for Insulin in my 20 year old Morgan. I am concerned about getting his insulin levels down without being able to exercise. How do I

Ok thanks Nancy. I will use different language next time- sorry by “approved” what i really meant to ask was,”what has been members experience with....” I appreciate your help

Is this approved? Can’t find NSC anywhere. Thanks in advance

Do we know if the reservatrol is contraindicated in a horse on Pergolide?

Vet prescribed insulinwise by KPP- looking for advice because as I read the files I thought I saw that reservatrol interacts with pergolide states product has proven to reduce insulin concentrations f