If s / he has a secondary infection (pustules, hot spots, etc) a medicated shampoo with Chlorhexidine + / -
ketoconazole in it would work nicely as well.
Not exact matches
KetoChlor Shampoo is a combination of Chlorhexidine gluconate (2 %), an antibacterial, and
Ketoconazole (1 %), an antifungal, and is used
in the treatment of fungal and bacterial diseases of the skin such as dermatitis and pyoderma.
In severe cases oral
ketoconazole for two weeks may be necessary.
Antifungals tend to cause appetite loss
in greyhounds - fluconazole less so than
ketoconazole and itraconazole.
Ketoconazole was originally developed to fight fungal infections
in humans, but researchers discovered that it could be useful
in fighting Cushing's by suppressing cortisol secretion
in the adrenal glands.
NOTE: Many of the medications commonly used
in veterinary medicine on this list are only an issue
in overdose situations (for example, permethrin can cause tremors when an undiluted dip is applied to a small dog) or when drug - drug interactions increase the toxicity (like when high - dose ivermectin and
ketoconazole are used together).
Ketoconazole and itraconazole are older medications that are sometimes used
in pets who do not tolerate or are not responding to fluconazole.
Ketoconazole is an orally active antifungal agent commonly used
in veterinary medicine to treat fungal infections.
While Sentinel is safe to use
in dogs at risk for MDRI - allele mutation (Australian Shepherds, Collies, Shelties, etc.), unless tested normal, caution is advised if your pet is also being given amiodarone (Cordarone), azole antifungals such as
ketoconazole, carvedilol (Coreg), cyclosporine (Atopica), diltiazem (Cardizem), erythromycin (Ery - Tabs) or clarithromycin (Biaxin), quinidine, spironolactone (Aldactone), tamoxifen, and verapamil (Calan).
In most cases the veterinarian will prescribe a topical ointment or cream that contains an anti-fungal such as
Ketoconazole or miconazole.
Dechra Mal - A-Ket Wipes are veterinarian recommended
in treating localized bacterial and / or fungal skin infections, and supporting healthy skin for animals with conditions responsive to
ketoconazole and / or chlorhexidene.
May cause bleeding problems Some individuals may need prednisone administered along with
ketoconazole Testicular secretion of testosterone is reduced; may produce a feminizing effect or infertility
in males.
Drugs other than those listed
in this guide may also interact with
ketoconazole.
Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication that blocks the formation of cortisol
in the adrenal glands and for that reason is used
in the treatment of Cushing's disease.
Ketoconazole is a prescription medication used
in dogs and cats to treat various internal and external fungal infections.
In rare cases,
ketoconazole can cause severe liver damage.
Ketoconazole is effective
in treating yeast and fungal infections, while phytosphingosine help restore the lipid layer
in your pet's skin and prevent further damage.
Fluconazole is related to
ketoconazole, but it is more successful
in treating infections of the central nervous system (CNS) because it more effectively crosses the blood - brain barrier, allowing the medication to find its way to the infected areas of the body.
If there is no obvious redness of skin or sores on the feet, the smell can be managed by washing the feet
in a shampoo containing
ketoconazole or 2 percent chlorhexidine.