Abstract / Description of output
Topical therapy has an important role in managing canine atopic dermatitis (AD). Topical therapies can moisturise and soothe the skin, treat and prevent secondary bacterial and yeast infections, and remove adherent scale, grease, allergens and debris. They can be used as sole therapy or combined with other therapeutic strategies. Most topical treatments are safe with minimal cutaneous or systemic toxicity or other effects. Their use can therefore offset the need for systemic treatments that are expensive and/or have greater potential for adverse effects.
Shampoos are the most common topical treatment modality. However, while most dogs accept bathing this can be time consuming and requires adequate facilities. This can be off-putting to owners, which can limit the frequency and effectiveness of treatment. Non-rinsing wipes, foams and spot-on preparations have therefore been developed to facilitate topical application and improve compliance.
This review will look at the topical therapy options for canine AD. It will the focus on the general principles of topical therapy using some specific agents to illustrate the scientific evidence for safety and efficacy. It is beyond the scope of this article to discuss topical pharmacological preparations, which are reviewed elsewhere (Olivry et al., 2010, Mueller et al., 2012, Olivry et al., 2015).
Shampoos are the most common topical treatment modality. However, while most dogs accept bathing this can be time consuming and requires adequate facilities. This can be off-putting to owners, which can limit the frequency and effectiveness of treatment. Non-rinsing wipes, foams and spot-on preparations have therefore been developed to facilitate topical application and improve compliance.
This review will look at the topical therapy options for canine AD. It will the focus on the general principles of topical therapy using some specific agents to illustrate the scientific evidence for safety and efficacy. It is beyond the scope of this article to discuss topical pharmacological preparations, which are reviewed elsewhere (Olivry et al., 2010, Mueller et al., 2012, Olivry et al., 2015).
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 76-82 |
Journal | UK-VET Companion animal |
Volume | 25 |
Early online date | 16 Mar 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 16 Mar 2020 |