Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) in Mice
Pocket Pet · Mus musculus · typical adult weight 0.02–0.04 kg
2 cited drugs treat Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) in mice: Itraconazole, Terbinafine.
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 mice — a reference list, not new species-specific clinical guidance.
Itraconazole(Sporanox, Itrafungol)
Antifungal| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 2.5–10 mg/kg | q24h | Fungal infection / dermatophytosis | Moderate | 122. Meredith A. BSAVA Small Animal Formulary: Part B: Exotic Pets, British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Quedgeley, Gloucester, UK; 2015.; 130. Morrisey JK, Carpenter JW. Formulary. In: Quesenberry KE, Carpenter JW, eds. Ferrets, Rabbits, and Rodents: Clinical Medicine and Surgery, 4th ed., Elsevier, St. Louis, MO; 2021:620-630. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.772 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
Terbinafine(Lamisil)
Antifungal| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 10–30 mg/kg | q24h x 4-6 wk | Dermatophytosis / antifungal | Moderate | 130. Morrisey JK, Carpenter JW. Formulary. In: Quesenberry KE, Carpenter JW, eds. Ferrets, Rabbits, and Rodents: Clinical Medicine and Surgery, 4th ed., Elsevier, St. Louis, MO; 2021:620-630. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.774 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
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