Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) in African Pygmy Hedgehogs
Pocket Pet · Atelerix albiventris · typical adult weight 0.30–0.60 kg
3 cited drugs treat Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) in african pygmy hedgehogs: Griseofulvin, Itraconazole, Ketoconazole.
Superficial fungal infection of the skin, hair, and sometimes claws, caused by Microsporum and Trichophyton spp. Zoonotic; topical and systemic antifungals used concurrently in significant cases.
The overview above describes Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) across species; the citations below are the ExoticRx dose rules scoped to african pygmy hedgehogs — a reference list, not new species-specific clinical guidance.
Griseofulvin(Fulvicin, Grisovin)
Antifungal| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 25–50 mg/kg | q24h | Dermatophytosis | Weak | 25. Heatley J. Hedgehogs. In: Mitchell MA, Tully TN Jr., eds. Manual of Exotic Pet Practice; Saunders/Elsevier, St. Louis, MO; 2009:433-455. | 30. Jepson L. Hedgehogs. In: Jepson L, eds. Exotic Animal Medicine: A Quick Reference Guide, 2nd ed., Elsevier, St. Louis, MO; 2016:198-230. | 34. Johnson D. African pygmy hedgehogs. In: Meredith A, Johnson-Delaney C, eds. BSAVA Manual of Exotic Pets, 5th ed., British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Gloucester, UK; 2010:139-147. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.735 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
Itraconazole(Sporanox, Itrafungol)
Antifungal| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 5–10 mg/kg | q12-24h | Systemic mycoses; dermatophytosis | Moderate | 25. Heatley J. Hedgehogs. In: Mitchell MA, Tully TN Jr., eds. Manual of Exotic Pet Practice; Saunders/Elsevier, St. Louis, MO; 2009:433-455. | 34. Johnson D. African pygmy hedgehogs. In: Meredith A, Johnson-Delaney C, eds. BSAVA Manual of Exotic Pets, 5th ed., British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Gloucester, UK; 2010:139-147. | 45. Lightfoot T. Therapeutics of African pygmy hedgehogs and prairie dogs. Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract. 2000;3:155-172. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.735 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) doi:10.1016/s1094-9194(17)30099-3 |
Ketoconazole(Nizoral)
Antifungal| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 10 mg/kg | q24h x 6-8 wk | Dermatophytosis; Candida | Weak | 47. Marshall KL. Fungal diseases in small mammals: therapeutic trends and zoonotic considerations. Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract. 2003;6(2):415-427. | 68. Smith A. General husbandry and medical care of hedgehogs. In: Bonagura JD, eds. Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy XIII: Small Animal Practice; WB Saunders, Philadelphia, PA; 2000:1128-1133. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.735 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
Other conditions in African Pygmy Hedgehogs
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