Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Hydrocortisone Aceponate is used in dog for Inflammatory and pruritic dermatoses, atopic dermatitis. Routes documented in dog: Topical. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Hydrocortisone Aceponate in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Cortavance
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 1.52 mcg/cm2 | q24h | 7-14 days; reassess if no improvement | Inflammatory and pruritic dermatoses, atopic dermatitis | Strong | Cortavance product label; Noli et al., Vet Dermatol 2005; FDA openFDA Adverse Event Database |
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Diester topical corticosteroid designed for high local potency with minimal systemic absorption. Metabolized in the skin to active metabolite, providing targeted anti-inflammatory effects.
Avoid on open wounds. Skin atrophy with prolonged use. Minimal systemic effects compared to other topical steroids. Approved for dogs in Europe; available off-label in other markets.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for dog may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Hydrocortisone Aceponate 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.