Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Imiquimod Topical is used in cat for Bowen-like disease (multicentric SCC in situ). Routes documented in cat: TOPICAL. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Imiquimod Topical in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Aldara
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOPICAL | 0 apply thin layer | q48h to q72h | 6-12 weeks | Bowen-like disease (multicentric SCC in situ) | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Toll-like receptor 7 agonist that stimulates innate and acquired immune responses via cytokine induction (IFN-alpha, TNF-alpha, IL-6).
Local irritation expected. Do not apply to large areas. Cats may develop systemic side effects. Prevent licking with e-collar.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Imiquimod Topical pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cat — 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.