Amphibian · Xenopus laevis · typical adult weight 0.05–0.25 kg
Chorionic Gonadotropin is dosed at 300–400 IU s.c. not stated in the cited source in african clawed frogs, per Ramsey I, ed. BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th ed. Part B: Exotic Pets. Gloucester: British Small Animal Veterinary Association; 2023. p.74. Chorionic Gonadotropin (Endocrine) has cited veterinary dosing for african clawed frogs. Routes documented in african clawed frogs: s.c.. A typical adult african clawed frog weighs 0.05–0.25 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Chorionic Gonadotropin in african clawed frogs, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Chorulon, Pregnyl
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| s.c. | 300–400 IU | not stated in the cited source | — | Moderate | Ramsey I, ed. BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th ed. Part B: Exotic Pets. Gloucester: British Small Animal Veterinary Association; 2023. p.74.Compilation only — we have not located an independent source that prints this figure. |
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Mimics luteinizing hormone (LH) action. Induces ovulation and luteinization of ovarian follicles. Stimulates testosterone production in males.
Used for ovulation induction, cryptorchidism diagnosis, and luteal support. Antibody formation with repeated use reduces efficacy. Anaphylaxis rare.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african clawed frogs may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Chorionic Gonadotropin dose range in african clawed frogs, with cited source references: s.c. 300–400 IU not stated in the cited source. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Chorionic Gonadotropin in african clawed frogs: s.c..
These are general warnings for Chorionic Gonadotropin across species; consult the african clawed frog dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Used for ovulation induction, cryptorchidism diagnosis, and luteal support. Antibody formation with repeated use reduces efficacy. Anaphylaxis rare.
Why a species-specific page? Chorionic Gonadotropin pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african clawed frogs — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.