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US brand names:Incurin
Estriol is dosed at 0.02–0.04 mg/kg PO q24h in rabbits, per Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Short-acting natural estrogen that increases urethral sphincter tone and mucosal sensitivity. Minimal systemic estrogenic effects compared to other estrogens.
Lower risk of bone marrow suppression than other estrogens. Vulvar swelling and attracting males possible. Use lowest effective dose.
Species references:All Dog (Domestic) drugsAll Rabbit (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 0.025–0.05 mg/kg | q24h for 14 days, then lowest effective dose | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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