Progesterone for Cattle
Livestock · Bos taurus · typical adult weight 250.00–900.00 kg
Progesterone is used in cattle for Estrus synchronization (CIDR). Routes documented in cattle: INTRAVAGINAL. A typical adult cattle weighs 250.00–900.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Progesterone in cattle, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTRAVAGINAL | 1380 mg total | Inserted for 5-7 days | 5-7 days as part of protocol | Estrus synchronization (CIDR) | Strong | FDA NADA Label |
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Mechanism of action
Natural progestin binding progesterone receptors. Maintains pregnancy, suppresses estrus, and has anti-inflammatory effects on endometrium.
Side effects & warnings
Used for luteal insufficiency and pregnancy maintenance. Exogenous progestins can cause pyometra, mammary neoplasia, diabetes, and acromegaly with prolonged use.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cattle may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Other Endocrine drugs with cattle dosing
Progesterone dosing in other species
Why a species-specific page? Progesterone pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cattle — 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.