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Megestrol Acetate
Ovaban, Megace
Drug Class
Routes
PO
Indications
Behavioral (spraying)/Estrus suppressionFeather destructive behavior/Hormonal
Species with Megestrol Acetate dosing data (2 dose rules)
Evidence levels across 2 dose rules
Moderate×1Anecdotal×1
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Backed by 2 published primary sources
- · Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed
- · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Sample dosing (1 of 2 cited rules)
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 2.5–5 mg/kg | q24h for 5 days, then q7d | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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