CIDR
CIDR contains progesterone.
It is licensed for the following indications in cattle:
1. Control of the oestrous cycle in cycling cows and heifers:
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Use in combination with prostaglandin F2α.
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Use as recommended normally results in oestrus 48-96 hours after device removal with the majority of animals showing oestrus within 48-72 hours.
2. For induction and synchronisation of oestrus in Fixed Time Artificial Insemination (FTAI) protocols:
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Use in combination with prostaglandin F2α.
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Use in combination with Gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) and PGF2α.
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Use in combination with PGF2α and equine chorionic gonadotrophin (eCG).
Each CIDR device contains Progesterone. 1.38 g. A CIDR “T” shape device consists of progesterone impregnated silicone elastomer skin moulded over an inert nylon spine. Legal category POM
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