Description
Altrenogest is a progestogen used in veterinary settings. This progesterone agonist is most commonly used to suppress or control the estrous cycle of female animals.
References
Horsley BR, Estienne MJ, Harper AF, et al. Effect of P.G. 600 on the timing of ovulation in gilts treated with altrenogest. J Anim Sci. 2005 Jul;83(7):1690-5. PMID: 15956478.
dos Santos JM, Wentz I, Bortolozzo FP, et al. Early-weaned sows: altrenogest therapy, estrus, ovulation, and reproductive performance. Anim Reprod Sci. 2004 Sep;84(3-4):407-13. PMID: 15302382.
Webel SK, Squires EL. Control of the oestrous cycle in mares with altrenogest. J Reprod Fertil Suppl. 1982;32:193-8. PMID: 6962854.