Imiquimod for Dog
Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Imiquimod is used in dog for Viral papillomas, actinic keratosis. Routes documented in dog: Topical. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Imiquimod in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Aldara
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 0 mg/kg | q48h (3x/week) | 6-16 weeks | Viral papillomas, actinic keratosis | Weak | BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th Ed |
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Mechanism of action
Toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) agonist stimulating innate and adaptive immunity. Induces interferon-alpha, TNF-alpha, and interleukin production.
Side effects & warnings
Used for sarcoids in horses and various tumors. Local inflammatory reaction expected (indicates immune activation). Application site irritation common.
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? Imiquimod 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.