Active Ingredient	Miconazole Nitrate / Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Manufacturer	Dermcare-Vet Pty. Ltd.
Origin	Australia
Other Names	N/A
Reference	Official website

What is Malaseb Medicated Shampoo (Miconazole Nitrate/Chlorhexidine Gluconate) used for?

Malaseb Medicated Shampoo (Miconazole Nitrate/Chlorhexidine Gluconate) is a special keratolytic shampoo used to treat primary and secondary seborrheic dermatitis in dogs, cats, puppies and kittens, without stripping or drying the animal's skin. This product has antifungal properties, which help to treat dermatophyte (a type of fungus) infections. It may also reduce itching and kill bacteria.

How should I use Malaseb Medicated Shampoo (Miconazole Nitrate/Chlorhexidine Gluconate)?

Malaseb Medicated Shampoo (Miconazole Nitrate/Chlorhexidine Gluconate) is applied directly to your pet's coat, as directed by the prescribing vet. Before you apply it, you should wet your animal's coat, and apply the shampoo using a sponge. Leave it in the animals coat for 10 minutes, and then rinse it clean. The vet may tell you to use it on your animal twice per week, until the animal's symptoms improve, after which it should be used once per week, or as directed by the vet.

What are the side effects of Malaseb Medicated Shampoo (Miconazole Nitrate/Chlorhexidine Gluconate)?

Malaseb Medicated Shampoo (Miconazole Nitrate/Chlorhexidine Gluconate) may cause vomiting. This is usually caused if the animal licks the shampoo. You should ensure your animal does not lick the shampoo during the 10 minute period when the shampoo is on its coat. Eye irritation may also occur if it gets in the animal's eyes. If this occurs, rinse the eyes with water. Owners are advised to take their animal to a vet if it shows signs of side effects.

Please Note

This shampoo is poisonous and should only be used externally on animals.

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by the prescribing vet while using Malaseb Medicated Shampoo (Miconazole Nitrate/Chlorhexidine Gluconate)on your animal. Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the animal and the condition it is being treated for.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain animals, it is essential you always inform the vet if your animal is used for breeding and is pregnant or lactating, as well as if it has any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if it is being given any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency veterinary care if your animal has any allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction in animals include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.