Julie, First let me state that I am not a DVM. My experience is not scientifically valid, and should not be the basis of any health care decisions. Now, my ferret Rado, who turns 9 next month (if I'm blessed) was found to have "chronic failing" kidneys in August of '99. I forget what the test is called, but her values were low-50's, and 100 is basically the limit. Normal is in the 30's, I believe. She also was diagnosed with adrenal failure, and insulinoma. Poor girl can't catch a break. Anyway, she's been on reduced protein food since that day, gets Lupron shots every few months, and also pred. and Proglycem since last December. She's still alive and kicking. I consider it a miracle, if bittersweet at times. I hope your little one keeps on stealing/hiding your valuables... To anyone (vets, pharmacists?), Question: Does anyone know anything about a shortage of Proglycem? My local pharmacy has been trying to fill my prescription for a week now, and they are being told the manufacturer is having difficulties making it, and it is back-ordered. They don't know when it can be expected back in stock! I'm getting a bit worried since I have (maybe) a week's worth left. Does anyone know of another brand name for Porglycem? I tried a (pure?) 4% solution of diazoxide once, but she vomitted that out of her system. Or perhaps another drug to try besides pred. or Proglycem??? Any help/word is greatly appreciated. Thanks. Jeffery Date: Thu, 26 Oct 2000 11:00:01 -0700 From: Kelly Cameron <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Proglycem use in ferret with renal disease Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew if the use of proglycem in a ferret with renal failure and insulinoma would have any adverse effects? Since proglycem seems to be some form of a diuretic I was just wondering if it would do more harm than good to an elderly ferret who is getting sub-q fluids for her renal failure and is now at the highest dose of pred? Anyone have any experience with this? Thanks for your help and condolences to all who have lost their loved ones recently. Julie [Posted in FML issue 3219]