Question 1

What is Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) used for?

Accepted Answer

Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) is indicated for: Estrus synchronization, luteolysis, pyometra.

Question 2

What routes can Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: IM.

Question 3

Which species have cited Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cattle (Beef/Dairy), Horse (Equine).

Question 4

Is Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) is not federally scheduled in the US. Controlled-drug status differs by country — verify your local rules.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock)?

Accepted Answer

Women of childbearing age should handle with extreme caution. Absorbed through skin. Fewer side effects than dinoprost in horses. IM injection only.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock)?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock): Women of childbearing age should handle with extreme caution. Absorbed through skin. Fewer side effects than dinoprost in horses. IM injection only.

Question 7

How does Cloprostenol Sodium (Livestock) work?

Accepted Answer

Synthetic analogue of prostaglandin F2-alpha. More potent and longer-acting than natural dinoprost. Causes luteolysis and return to estrus in cattle and horses.

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