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US brand names:Cancidas
Caspofungin is dosed at 0.5–1 mg/kg IV q24h in dogs, per Schultz RM, Johnson EG, Wisner ER, Brown NA, Byrne BA, Sykes JE. Clinicopathologic and diagnostic imaging characteristics of systemic aspergillosis in 30 dogs. J Vet Intern Med. 2008;22(4):851-859. doi:10.1111/j.1939-1676.2008.0125.x — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.223 (2026-08-01).. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Inhibits 1,3-beta-D-glucan synthesis in fungal cell wall. Broad activity against Candida and Aspergillus species.
Hepatic metabolism. Dose reduction in hepatic impairment. Limited veterinary PK data. May cause histamine-related reactions.
Species references:All Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | IV | 0.5–1 mg/kg | q24h | Weak | Schultz RM, Johnson EG, Wisner ER, Brown NA, Byrne BA, Sykes JE. Clinicopathologic and diagnostic imaging characteristics of systemic aspergillosis in 30 dogs. J Vet Intern Med. 2008;22(4):851-859. doi:10.1111/j.1939-1676.2008.0125.x — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.223 (2026-08-01). |
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