Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Medroxyprogesterone Acetate is used in cat for Estrus suppression/Behavioral (urine spraying). Routes documented in cat: SC. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Medroxyprogesterone Acetate in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Depo-Provera, Provera
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 2–5 mg/kg | Single injection | Single injection; effect lasts 2-6 months | Estrus suppression/Behavioral (urine spraying) | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Synthetic progestin that suppresses gonadotropin secretion, inhibiting ovulation and estrus. Also used for behavioral modification and dermatologic conditions.
Increased risk of pyometra, mammary neoplasia, diabetes mellitus, and adrenocortical suppression. Use spaying as preferred alternative. Not for long-term use.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Medroxyprogesterone Acetate pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cat — 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.