Bird · Psittacus erithacus · typical adult weight 0.40–0.65 kg
Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) is dosed at 0.02–0.1 mg/kg Topical not stated in source in african grey parrots, per 391. Hawkins MG, Barron H, Speer BL, et al. Birds. In: Carpenter JW, eds. Exotic Animal Formulary, 4th ed., Elsevier Saunders, St. Louis, MO; 2013:183-437. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.464 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 5.7 (Hormones and Steroids Used in Birds). Located 2026-08-05: the only table covering this species in which the drug's own row prints this dose. The copy held is an ebook conversion with no printed page numbers, so the table is the citable location. — SOURCE EDITION: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary — ISBN 9780323833929, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780323833929; Current Therapy in Avian Medicine and Surgery — ISBN 9781455746712, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9781455746712. Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) is used in african grey parrots for Dystocia — relaxes uterovaginal sphincter. Routes documented in african grey parrots: Topical. A typical adult african grey parrot weighs 0.40–0.65 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) in african grey parrots, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Prepidil, Cervidil
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 0.02–0.1 mg/kg | not stated in source | Dystocia — relaxes uterovaginal sphincter | Moderate | 391. Hawkins MG, Barron H, Speer BL, et al. Birds. In: Carpenter JW, eds. Exotic Animal Formulary, 4th ed., Elsevier Saunders, St. Louis, MO; 2013:183-437. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.464 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 5.7 (Hormones and Steroids Used in Birds). Located 2026-08-05: the only table covering this species in which the drug's own row prints this dose. The copy held is an ebook conversion with no printed page numbers, so the table is the citable location. — SOURCE EDITION: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary — ISBN 9780323833929, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780323833929; Current Therapy in Avian Medicine and Surgery — ISBN 9781455746712, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9781455746712 |
Every held source for this drug and species, as printed. Where they differ, both are shown — the choice is yours, not ours.
| Dose (mg/kg) | Route | Source | As printed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.02–0.1 | — | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th edTable 5.7 | 0.02-0.1 mg/kg applied topically to uterovaginal sphincter |
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Prostaglandin E2 analog that ripens the cervix and stimulates uterine contractions. Promotes cervical dilation for obstetric use.
Use with caution — may cause uterine hyperstimulation. Monitor fetal/neonatal viability. Avoid in cases of uterine scarring.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african grey parrots may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) dose range in african grey parrots, with cited source references: Topical 0.02–0.1 mg/kg not stated in source. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) in african grey parrots: Topical.
Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) is indicated in african grey parrots for: Dystocia — relaxes uterovaginal sphincter.
These are general warnings for Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) across species; consult the african grey parrot dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Use with caution — may cause uterine hyperstimulation. Monitor fetal/neonatal viability. Avoid in cases of uterine scarring.
Why a species-specific page? Prostaglandin E2 (Dinoprostone) pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african grey parrots — 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.