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US brand names:Ovaban, Megace
Megestrol Acetate is dosed at 0.5–1 mg/kg PO q24h for 5-7 days in african grey parrots, per Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Synthetic progestational agent that suppresses estrus and gonadotropin release. Also has glucocorticoid activity and appetite-stimulating effects.
Significant side effects: pyometra, mammary tumors, diabetes mellitus, adrenal suppression. Use only when surgical sterilization not possible. Short courses only.
Species references:All African Grey Parrot drugs
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