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US brand names:Galastop
Cabergoline Veterinary is dosed at 0.005 mg/kg PO q24h in dogs, per GALASTOP - cabergoline 50 µg/ml oral solution [UK Datasheet]. Amersham, Bucks, UK: Ceva Animal Health Ltd; 2021.; Kutzler MA. Estrus induction and synchronization in canids and felids. Theriogenology. 2007;68(3):354-374. doi:10.1016/j.theriogenology.2007.04.014 — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.193 (2026-08-01).. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Long-acting ergot-derived dopamine D2 receptor agonist that inhibits prolactin secretion from the anterior pituitary, terminating pseudopregnancy and suppressing lactation.
Vomiting common at initiation. Administer with food. More specific and better tolerated than bromocriptine. Licensed veterinary formulation.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 0.005 mg/kg | q24h | Strong | GALASTOP - cabergoline 50 µg/ml oral solution [UK Datasheet]. Amersham, Bucks, UK: Ceva Animal Health Ltd; 2021.; Kutzler MA. Estrus induction and synchronization in canids and felids. Theriogenology. 2007;68(3):354-374. doi:10.1016/j.theriogenology.2007.04.014 — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.193 (2026-08-01). |
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 0.005 mg/kg | q24h | Weak | FINILAC - cabergoline oral solution for dogs and cats [EU Summary of Product Characteristics]. The Netherlands: LettVet. Beheer B. V.; 2020.; Jochle W, Arbeiter K, Post K, Ballabio R, Dver AS. Effects on pseudopregnancy, pregnancy and interestrous intervals of pharmacological suppression of prolactin secretion in female dogs and cats. J Reprod Fertil. 1989:199-207. — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.193 (2026-08-01). |
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