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Frequently Asked Questions
Treatment FAQs
How fast does SENVELGO® oral solution work?
SENVELGO® oral solution works fast, making an impact on your cat’s diabetes starting in as soon as 7 days.1
Can I use SENVELGO® oral solution in place of insulin?
Your veterinarian will determine if SENVELGO® oral solution is an appropriate alternative to insulin. SENVELGO® is not to be used on cats previously treated with insulin.
Can SENVELGO® oral solution be used in combination with insulin?
The safety and efficacy of a combined treatment with insulin or other blood glucose–lowering treatments and SENVELGO® oral solution in cats has not been investigated. Combined treatment is not recommended.2
Is SENVELGO® oral solution easy to give and accepted by cats?
SENVELGO® oral solution is easy to give and is well-accepted by most cats.1 SENVELGO® should be given directly into your cat’s mouth with the provided dosing syringe or placed on a small amount of wet food your cat will eat completely (approximately 1 to 3 teaspoons of food). SENVELGO® oral solution eliminates the need for needles, twice-daily injections, and complex monitoring in most diabetic cats.
How do I store SENVELGO® oral solution?
SENVELGO® oral solution is easy to store and doesn’t require refrigeration. One bottle provides the convenience of 3 months treatment* in a single 30 mL bottle and is good for up to 6 months after opening.2
*Based on average cat weight of 11 lbs
What should I do if my cat gets more than the prescribed dose?
If you see any side effects, contact your veterinarian immediately. If you don’t see any side effects, return to administering your cat’s prescribed dose the following day.
What should I do if my cat gets less than the prescribed dose or I miss a dose?
If your cat gets less than the prescribed dose, return to administering your cat’s prescribed dose the following day. If you miss administering a dose, give it as soon as possible on the same day.
What are the potential side effects of SENVELGO® oral solution?
Like all medications, the use of SENVELGO® can be associated with side effects in some cats.2 The most commonly reported include diarrhea or loose stools, vomiting, weight loss (especially in the first week of treatment), increased thirst, and increased urination.
In rare cases, more serious issues such as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) or euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (eDKA) have been reported, particularly soon after starting treatment.
If your cat shows signs like loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, unusual tiredness, or weakness, stop giving SENVELGO® (velagliflozin oral solution) and contact your vet immediately.
Important Safety Information
SENVELGO® (velagliflozin oral solution) is indicated to improve glycemic control in otherwise healthy cats with diabetes mellitus not previously treated with insulin.
Before using this product, it is important to read the entire product insert, including the boxed warning.
Cats treated with SENVELGO® may be at an increased risk of diabetic ketoacidosis or euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis, both of which may result in death.
Development of these conditions should be treated promptly, including insulin administration and discontinuation of SENVELGO®.
Do not use SENVELGO® in cats with diabetes mellitus who have previously been treated with insulin, who are receiving insulin, or in cats with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
The use of SENVELGO® in cats with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, or the withdrawal of insulin and initiation of SENVELGO®, is associated with an increased risk of diabetic ketoacidosis or euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis and death.
Sudden onset of hyporexia/anorexia, lethargy, dehydration, or weight loss in cats receiving SENVELGO® should prompt immediate discontinuation of SENVELGO® and assessment for diabetic ketoacidosis, regardless of blood glucose level.
SENVELGO® should not be initiated in cats with ketonuria, ketonemia, pancreatitis, anorexia, dehydration, or lethargy at the time of diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, as it may indicate the presence of other concurrent disease and increase the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Keep SENVELGO® in a secure location out of reach of children, dogs, cats, and other animals to avoid accidental ingestion or overdose.
For more information, please see full prescribing information.