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Old 04-29-2009, 02:50 PM
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Default Re: Feeding strays/feral cats - FeralStat

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Originally Posted by sillylupie View Post
I knew it will come to this discussion with FK around.

As I mention, this will only complement TNR. Yes, like any drugs there will be side effects. I know because I take loads of pills daily. It is all about benefit versus cons. If it produces greater benefit, then why not?

Also, I've did some research myself. ACCD is trying to create a contraceptive out of a Salmonella thing, strain, now, as far as I know it is a bacteria? Doesn't that sound risky too?
For reading :- http://www.actioncat.com/research.html

BTW, Where's the local address again? Pls address ... so I can go check it out.
ACC&D says ...

The active ingredient in FeralStat is megestrol acetate. This is the same active ingredient which was in Ovaban for dogs. In numerous studies over three decades, this drug, like other progestins, has been found to pose serious health risks in cats, including diabetes mellitus, mammary swelling and tumors, uterine disease, pyometra, and skin disorders. Megestrol acetate is not now, nor has it ever been, approved by the FDA for use in cats.
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