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Chronogest CR, 20 mg Controlled Release Vaginal Sponge for Sheep

Active ingredient: Flugestone Acetate

Form

Vaginal sponge

Species

Sheep

Manufacturer

Intervet International B.V.

VMD MA No.

06376/5003

What it's used for

In ewes and ewe lambs, in combination with PMSG (Pregnant Mare Serum Gonadotropin) - during seasonal anoestrus and ewe lambs). -

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓

View official SPC (PDF)

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1

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Clinical information

Chronogest CR, 20 mg Controlled Release Vaginal Sponge for Sheep — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

In ewes and ewe lambs, in combination with PMSG (Pregnant Mare Serum
Gonadotropin)
-
during seasonal anoestrus and ewe lambs).
-

None.

Sheep (ewe and ewe lamb).
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals
treated, including isolated
reports):
Vaginal discharge
1
muco-purulent discharge may be observed at sponge removal. It is not associated
with clinical signs and does not alter fertility.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to
either the marketing authorisation holder or its local representative or the national
competent authority via the national reporting system. See also section “Contact
details” of the package leaflet.

Amended pages: March 2025
AN: 00446/2024

None.

Amended pages: March 2025
AN: 00446/2024

Special precautions for use in animals
-
the appearance of PMSG antibodies in some ewes. This in turn may affect
the time of ovulation and result in reduced fertility when combined with
fixed time artificial insemination at 55h following sponge removal.
-
-
recommended to correctly insert sponges and to avoid vaginal injuries.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
Personal protective equipment consisting of single use gloves should be worn when
handling the veterinary medicinal product.
The veterinary medicinal product should not be administered by pregnant women or
women suspected to be pregnant.
Direct contact with the skin should be avoided.
If accidental contact with the skin occurs, wash the affected zone with soap and water.
Wash hands after treatment and before meals.
Human exposure to this product can affect fertility.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment
Not applicable.
Other precautions
Not applicable.

The sponges should not be used in conjunction with alcohols, cresols, phenols, sheep
dips or similar disinfectants.

Store below 25 °C.
Store in the original package.
Store in a dry place.
Once packaging is opened, any unused product should be discarded.

Meat and offal: 2 days after withdrawal of sponges.
Milk: zero hours, including the treatment time.
5.

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.