Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Miconazole-Chlorhexidine Shampoo is used in cat for Dermatophytosis adjunct. Routes documented in cat: Topical. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Miconazole-Chlorhexidine Shampoo in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Malaseb
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 0 mg/kg | Bathe 2x weekly; 10-min contact time | 6-8 weeks with systemic antifungal | Dermatophytosis adjunct | Moderate | Miller WH, Small Animal Dermatology, 7th Ed |
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Dual-action: miconazole disrupts fungal cell membranes via ergosterol inhibition; chlorhexidine provides broad-spectrum antibacterial activity via cell membrane disruption.
Gold standard for concurrent Malassezia and bacterial skin infections. Leave on 10 minutes. Twice weekly initially, then weekly maintenance. Safe for dogs and cats.
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? Miconazole-Chlorhexidine Shampoo 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.