Benzoyl Peroxide for Dog
Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Benzoyl Peroxide is used in dog for Pyoderma, demodecosis (follicular flushing). Routes documented in dog: Topical. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Benzoyl Peroxide in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: OxyDex, Pyoben
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 0 mg/kg | q48-72h (shampoo) | 4-8 weeks | Pyoderma, demodecosis (follicular flushing) | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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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-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for dog may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Other Dermatologic drugs with dog dosing
Why a species-specific page? Benzoyl Peroxide pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in dog — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.