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Is it safe to give my diabetic cat human insulin without a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 8 years and 4 months old

is human insulin (mixed) is okay for diabetic cat

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 5th, 2017

While certain human insulins can be used in cats, it is never recommended to change your cat's insulin yourself. Please do not use any insulin that isn't specifically prescribed by your vet as you could go great harm to Daja, which could potentially be fatal.

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