§ 522.1083 - Gonadotropin releasing factor analog-diphtheria toxoid conjugate.

Copy with citation
Copy as parenthetical citation

Specifications. Each milliliter of solution contains 0.2 milligrams (mg) gonadotropin releasing factor analog-diphtheria toxoid conjugate.

Sponsor. See No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.

Conditions of use in swine—(1) Amount. Administer 0.4 mg (2 milliliter (mL)) by subcutaneous injection no earlier than 9 weeks of age. A second subcutaneous injection of 0.4 mg (2 mL) should be administered at least 4 weeks after the first dose.

Indications for use. For the temporary immunological castration (suppression of testicular function) and reduction of boar taint in intact male pigs intended for slaughter.

Limitations. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Pigs should be slaughtered no earlier than 3 weeks and no later than 10 weeks after the second dose.