Itraconazole for Chinchilla
Pocket Pet · Chinchilla lanigera · typical adult weight 0.40–0.80 kg
Itraconazole is used in chinchilla for Dermatophytosis (systemic). Routes documented in chinchilla: PO. A typical adult chinchilla weighs 0.40–0.80 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Itraconazole in chinchilla, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Sporanox, Itrafungol
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 5–10 mg/kg | q24h x 4-6 weeks | Dermatophytosis (systemic) | Moderate | ExoticRx 2026 (chinchilla dosing guide); Carpenter 6e |
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Mechanism of action
Inhibits fungal 14-alpha-demethylase, blocking ergosterol synthesis. Lipophilic with high tissue concentrations.
Side effects & warnings
Hepatotoxic: monitor liver enzymes. Requires acid pH for capsule absorption (give with food). Negative inotropic effect — avoid in animals with heart failure. CYP3A4 inhibitor.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for chinchilla may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Itraconazole dosing in other species
Why a species-specific page? Itraconazole pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in chinchilla — 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.