Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Tacrolimus Topical is used in dog for Perianal fistulas, localized atopic dermatitis, Discoid lupus erythematosus. Routes documented in dog: Topical. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 2 cited dose rules for Tacrolimus Topical in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Protopic
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Inhibits calcineurin-mediated T-cell activation. Reduces local immune response and inflammation without steroid side effects (no skin atrophy).
Used for localized atopic dermatitis, perianal fistulas (anal furunculosis), and discoid lupus. Initial burning sensation. No skin atrophy. More expensive than steroids.
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? Tacrolimus Topical 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.