Hydrocortisone aceponate
Also known as: Cortavance, Easotic
Apply this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. * **Do not apply to open sores or ulcerated skin.** * If using the ear drops, your vet must confirm the ear drum is intact before starting treatment. * Avoid spraying near the eyes or mouth. * Wash your hands after applying the medication, or wear gloves. * Contact your vet if you notice redness in the ear, if the skin appears unusually thin, or if your older dog seems to have trouble hearing.
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
What it is used for
- Pruritic inflammatory skin disease
- Otitis externa
- General
How it is given
Possible side effects
- Epidermal atrophy (with protracted use)
- Aural erythema (otic preparation)
- Transient hearing loss in geriatric dogs (rare, otic preparation)
- Transient local erythema
- Skin thinning or atrophy (rare, usually only with prolonged use)
- Delayed wound healing
- Systemic glucocorticoid effects (extremely rare due to rapid metabolism)
Cautions & contraindications
- Ulcerated skin
- Perforated tympanic membrane (ear drum)
- Cutaneous ulcers
- Known hypersensitivity to corticosteroids
- Concurrent systemic viral or fungal infections
- Use on large surface areas for prolonged periods without veterinary supervision
- > **Do not use on ulcerated skin** or if the **ear drum is perforated**. * **Growth Warning:** Use with caution in dogs <7 months old, as glucocorticoids are known to slow growth. * **Surface Area Limits:** The total body surface treated should not exceed a surface corresponding to a treatment of two flanks (from the spine to the mammary chains, including shoulders and thighs). * **Infections:** Microbial infections should be treated appropriately prior to use. * **Monitoring:** Patients should be monitored appropriately during long-term use to watch for epidermal atrophy or systemic absorption.
Drug interactions
- Other topical corticosteroids: Increased risk of local skin atrophy and potential systemic absorption
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrocortisone aceponate used for in pets?
Apply this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. * **Do not apply to open sores or ulcerated skin.** * If using the ear drops, your vet must confirm the ear drum is intact before starting treatment. * Avoid spraying near the eyes or mouth. * Wash your hands after applying the medication, or wear gloves. * Contact your vet if you notice redness in the ear, if the skin appears unusually thin, or if your older dog seems to have trouble hearing.
Is Hydrocortisone aceponate safe for my pet?
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
This article is for general education and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If your pet is unwell, please consult a veterinarian.
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