Bird · Psittacus erithacus · typical adult weight 0.40–0.65 kg
Clotrimazole is used in african grey parrot for Sinus aspergillosis (topical flush). Routes documented in african grey parrot: Topical. A typical adult african grey parrot weighs 0.40–0.65 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Clotrimazole in african grey parrot, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Lotrimin
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 0 mg/kg | 1% solution flush q12h | 14-28 days | Sinus aspergillosis (topical flush) | Moderate | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed |
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Inhibits ergosterol synthesis by blocking lanosterol 14-alpha demethylase. Disrupts fungal cell membrane integrity.
Topical use only. Low systemic absorption. May cause local irritation. Effective against dermatophytes and Malassezia.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african grey parrot may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Clotrimazole pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african grey parrot — 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.