Leuprolide acetate can reversibly prevent egg laying in cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus)

Abstract 10.1002/zoo.1430130206.abs Leuprolide acetate acts as a superactive gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist in mammals. Its administration to humans in a depot formulation (Lupron Depot 3.75 mg; TAP Pharmaceuticals, Deerfield, IL) consisting of microspheres suspended in a diluent of carboxymethylcellulose and other elements leads to an initial increase in serum gonadotropin levels followed by a prolonged […]