Medication: Ketoconazole

Your dog has been prescribed ketoconazole for the treatment of a fungal infection. 

Key points: 
• Antifungal. 
• ​Cats are more susceptible to the adverse effects of ketoconazole, so this drug is rarely used in this species. 
• ​Contraindicated for use in pregnant animals, animals with liver disease and in breeding males. 
• Should not be handled by pregnant women. 
• Treatment should be in conjunction with environmental disinfection and good hygiene.
• Concurrent treatment with a topical antifungal treatment may also be required.
• Tablets may be very palatable and so should be stored away from pets, as they may think they are treats.
• Animals treated with topical sprays should be prevented from licking the medicated area and other pets should also be prevented from licking the treated animal. Treated pets should not be allowed contact with children and should not share beds with their owners.
• Dosage: varies between routes of administration and indications. Follow your veterinarian’s directions.