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Benzoyl Peroxide

OxyDex, Pyoben

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Sourced from published veterinary references. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Dermatologic

Routes

Topical

Indications

demodecosis (follicular flushing)Pyoderma

Mechanism of Action

Oxidizing agent with antibacterial, keratolytic, and follicular flushing activity. Releases oxygen free radicals killing anaerobic bacteria.

Side effects & warnings

Start with low concentration (2.5-3%). Drying and irritating at higher concentrations. Bleaches fabrics and fur. Contact time 5-10 min for shampoo.

Species with Benzoyl Peroxide dosing data (1 dose rule)

Species references:All Dog (Domestic) drugs

Evidence levels across 1 dose rule

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by a published source

  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Sample dosing (1 of 1 cited rule)

A dog/cat sample is shown here. Cited dosing for all 1 species — reptiles, birds, pocket pets, livestock, and equine — is free on the per-species pages above. Pro adds the weight-based calculator for every species.

SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)Topical0 mg/kgq48-72h (shampoo)StrongPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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