I can't be of a great help to you.. but I did some quick research and this is what I found:
DES (which is what is contained in the abort shot) has been very successful in treating female canine incontinence stemming from poor sphincter control. It is still available from compounding pharmacies, and at the low (1mg) dose, does not have the carcinogencic properties that were so problematic in humans. It is generally administered once a day for five days and then once every 4 to 7 days as needed.
The most serious side effect of estrogen therapy is bone marrow suppression and toxicity that may progress to a fatal aplastic anemia. Estrogen toxicity manifests itself first by a leucocytosis, followed by bone marrow depression with anemia, thrombocytopenia, and leukopenia. Blood dyscrasias and changes in the peripheral blood smear may be evident by 2 weeks. Although this serious adverse effect is more common after large or repeated doses, it may occur at the recommended dose. Side effects are more common in older animals. Because of the potential toxic side effects of estrogen use, it is always important to use the lowest effective dose for the shortest period of time.
• Other side effects include signs of estrus, lethargy, diarrhea, vomiting, vaginal discharge, pyometra, polydypsia, polyuria, and feminization of male dogs.
Precautions
• DES and other estrogens should not be used during pregnancy as it has been shown to cause fetal malformations.
• Daily administration of DES in cats resulted in lesions in the pancreas, liver and heart. Estrogens have been shown to be carcinogenic in laboratory animals.
This was taken from different sources: one says it does NOT contain the cancerous properties, the other says that on a continual basis it does.
I don't know what to tell you other than good luck and that I know you'll make the best decision for your baby. |