Question 1

What is Pergolide (Equine) used for?

Accepted Answer

Pergolide (Equine) is indicated for: Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID/Cushing's).

Question 2

What routes can Pergolide (Equine) be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 3

Which species have cited Pergolide (Equine) dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Pergolide (Equine) dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 1 species: Horse (Equine).

Question 4

Is Pergolide (Equine) a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Pergolide (Equine) is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Pergolide (Equine)?

Accepted Answer

Treatment for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID / equine Cushing's disease). Start at low dose and titrate. May cause transient inappetence. Monitor ACTH levels to titrate dose. Long-term/lifelong treatment.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Pergolide (Equine)?

Accepted Answer

Treatment for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID / equine Cushing's disease). Start at low dose and titrate. May cause transient inappetence. Monitor ACTH levels to titrate dose. Long-term/lifelong treatment.

Question 7

How does Pergolide (Equine) work?

Accepted Answer

Dopamine D2 receptor agonist that inhibits melanotroph proliferation and ACTH secretion from the pars intermedia of the pituitary gland.

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