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From: "Sharon B."
Date: 2008-08-01 21:09:30 UTC
Subject: [ferrethealth] Epogen was Re: Fwd: Lupron Pricing
To: ferrethealth@yahoogroups.com

My question is regarding the suggested Arimidex + Epogen for anemia
problems in relation to adrenal disease.

I wonder if this would benefit my 6.5 year old MF female who had her
left adrenal gland removed with the pathology report coming back as
cancerous. Adrenal symptoms returned and she is now on Melatonin
implants plus a 4 month Lupron Depot.

I've seen Epogen mentioned on the list but have not seem any info
regarding dosage or how to calculate it.

Info on dosage and storage of the drug is appreciated.

Thank you,
Sharon



>
> START QUOTE
>
> Lupron once a month vs. Lupron every 4 months. These are
> the same drug. Just in different slow release version. The
> 4 month version is typically sold in 1mg and 2 mg sizes
> for ferret use. That would be equal to 0.250mg monthly and
> 0.5mg monthly (1/4=0.250 and 2/4=0.500). The 0.250mg
> =250mcg and 0.500mg=500mcg. Thus you have to compare
> that actual amount of Lupron being used on a monthly basis
> to compare the two. I personally use and like the once a
> month version. That way the ferret is rechecked each month,
> and any changes can be made if needed. Changes such as
> increasing the amount of Lupron if needed, adding other
> medicines such as melatonin, Propecia for prostate problems,
> and Arimidex + Epogen for anemia problems.
>

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