How much does suprelorin implant cost?
As of 01-Jan-2021, the 4.7mg formulation costs $35/implant and the 9.4mg formulation costs $65/implant. All other facilities interested in using Suprelorin can contact the RMC for important information about the product, but we do not distribute implants to non-AZA institutions or individuals.
How long does suprelorin implant last?
6 months
The implant lasts for at least six month, therefore to avoid any lapse in efficacy, it is recommended to place a new implant every 6 months. Suprelorin® comes in a box of two implants, each one preloaded in its own sterile single use implanting device.
How long does suprelorin implant take to work?
about six weeks
The implant is inserted subcutaneously, under the loose skin on the back between the lower neck and the lumbar area in dogs and between the shoulder blades in ferrets. Suprelorin starts being effective after about six weeks in dogs and between 5 to 14 weeks in ferrets.
How long does the suprelorin implant last in ferrets?
8.5 to 20 months
Suprelorin (deslorelin) implants last 8.5 to 20 months depending on the strength of the implant used. These implants will be placed under the skin most usually with the ferret under sedation or general anaesthesia. The implants are slightly larger than a standard pet microchip.
What happens when suprelorin wears off?
*Note: testicles start to shrink at about 6- 8 weeks on the implant. After 7 months on the implant, they slowly start to swell as the implant slowly wears off. After the effects have worn off there was no discernible difference before and after.
What age can you use suprelorin?
Suprelorin 9.4 mg Implant for Dogs and Ferrets. For the induction of temporary infertility in healthy, entire, sexually mature male dogs for up to at least 12 months and ferrets for up to 4 years.
Can suprelorin be removed?
The implants were not designed to be removed, and they do become more porous and prone to breakage with time, as deslorelin diffuses out, but they do not dissolve. Thus, with careful placement, removal is possible.
How big is the suprelorin implant?
Suprelorin consists of a cylindrical shaped implant of 2.3 mm diameter and 12 mm length containing 4.7 mg of deslorelin (as deslorelin acetate). The implant is a solid, opaque, white to pale yellow cylinder weighing 50 mg in total, which is intended for subcutaneous administration to dogs.
Can suprelorin implant be removed?
How long does the dog implant last?
12 months
When the implant wears off, everything goes back to normal again – the implants usually last 6 or 12 months, although it can vary slightly. The only downside is that as the implants eventually wear off, it becomes more costly having to replace them each time.
What age can you take suprelorin?
What does the Suprelorin ® F implant look like?
The implant is a solid, opaque, white to pale yellow cylinder, 2.3 mm x 12.5 mm in length and weighing 50 mg. The Suprelorin ® F (4.7 mg) Implant comes pre-loaded in an implanting needle.
What is Suprelorin implant used for?
Suprelorin®F(4.7 mg) Implant is a controlled release implant containing the GnRH agonist deslorelin. Deslorelin acetate suppresses the reproductive endocrine system, preventing production of pituitary and gonadal hormones. Deslorelin acetate has not been shown to reduce the size of adrenal tumors and is not considered curative. DISPOSAL
Where can I buy Suprelorin® F implant for my Ferret?
Virbac is proud to offer SUPRELORIN ® F (deslorelin acetate) Implant, available only through licensed veterinarians. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), there may now be more than one million pet ferrets across the United States.
How long does it take for Suprelorin F to work?
Common signs (alopecia, vulvar swelling, skin disorders/itching, unusual sexual behavior, lethargy) reduced quickly after application – usually in 2-8 weeks depending on the sign 5 SUPRELORIN® F (deslorelin acetate) Implant (4.7 mg) is Legally marketed as an FDA Indexed Product under MIF 900-013.