Controlled-release products for the control of the estrus cycle in cattle, sheep, goats, deer, pigs, and horses.
Abstract: This paper describes the estrus cycles of a number of livestock breeds and reviews the controlled-release drug delivery systems that are currently available for the purpose of controlled breeding. The bovine estrus cycle is reviewed in detail, and the estrus cycles of other species are described in a manner that highlights similarities and differences between species. Pertinent formulation and pharmacokinetic information about current drug delivery systems is presented and discussed, and recent advances in this area are also described.
Publication Date: 1998-09-15 PubMed ID: 9736416
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Summary
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The study focuses on the current methods of managing livestock breeding cycles, particularly through the use of controlled-release drugs, with detailed emphasis on the estrus cycle in bovines and its comparison with other species.
Understanding the Estrus Cycle
- The paper gives a comprehensive overview of the estrus cycles across various livestock breeds including cattle, sheep, goats, deer, pigs, and horses. The main focus is presented on the bovine estrus cycle, providing in-depth information for better understanding.
- Moreover, it offers comparative analysis between the estrus cycles of these animals, which aids in identifying the fundamental similarities and differences across species.
Review of Controlled-Release Drug Systems
- The research also delivers valuable insights about the currently available controlled-release drug delivery systems. These systems are designed for efficient control over the breeding of these livestock animals.
- The article presents detailed formulation and pharmacokinetic information about these drug delivery systems, discussing their functionalities, benefits, and potential drawbacks.
Recent Advances in Drug Delivery Systems
- Advancements in the field of controlled-release drug systems are highlighted. The paper discusses how these developments have shaped and improved the estrus control process in various livestock breeds.
- The research highlights that the improvements in drug delivery methods have potentially led to more reliable and effective control over animal breeding, further helping farmers and livestock managers in their breeding programs.
Cite This Article
APA
Rathbone MJ, Macmillan KL, Jöchle W, Boland MP, Inskeep EK.
(1998).
Controlled-release products for the control of the estrus cycle in cattle, sheep, goats, deer, pigs, and horses.
Crit Rev Ther Drug Carrier Syst, 15(4), 285-379.
Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- InterAg, Hamilton, New Zealand.
MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Animals, Domestic / physiology
- Cattle
- Deer
- Delayed-Action Preparations
- Estrus / drug effects
- Female
- Goats
- Horses
- Sheep
- Species Specificity
- Swine
Citations
This article has been cited 2 times.- Gardyne SJ, Mucalo MR, Rathbone MJ. The application of co-melt-extruded poly(ε-caprolactone) as a controlled release drug delivery device when combined with novel bioactive drug candidates: Membrane permeation and Hanson dissolution studies. Results Pharma Sci 2011 May;1(1):80-7.
- Arndt WJ, Holle AJ, Bauer ML, Kirsch JD, Schimek DE, Odde KG, Vonnahme KA. Effect of post-insemination progesterone supplementation on pregnancy rate in dairy cows. Can J Vet Res 2009 Oct;73(4):271-4.
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