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US brand names:Percorten-V, Zycortal
Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate is dosed at 2 mg/kg IM q21d in ferrets, per GoettSD, Degner DA. Suspected adrenocortical insufficiency subsequent to bilateral adrenalectomy in a ferret. Exot DVM. 2003;5(1):15-18. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.948 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 11.8 (Endocrine and Reproductive Disease Agents Used in Ferrets). Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Pure mineralocorticoid that replaces aldosterone function, promoting sodium retention and potassium excretion in the distal renal tubule.
Requires concurrent glucocorticoid supplementation (prednisone). Dose and interval adjusted based on electrolytes. PU/PD if overdosed.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugsAll Ferret drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | SC | 2–2.2 mg/kg | q25-30 days | Strong | Plumb's 10th ed printed p.355, Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate (DOCP) monograph spanning p.355-357.Compilation only — we have not located an independent source that prints this figure. |
| Cat (Domestic) | SC | 2–2.2 mg/kg | q25 days | Weak | Reusch C. Hypoadrenocorticism. In: Ettinger S, Feldman E, eds. Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine: Diseases of the Dog and Cat. Vol 2. Philadelphia: WB Saunders; 2000:1488-1499. — Plumb's 10th ed printed p.355, Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate (DOCP) monograph spanning p.355-357.Compilation only — we have not located an independent source that prints this figure. |
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