Product description

Derma-Vet Ointment is for use only in cats and dogs only.

Active ingredients

Each mL of Derma-Vet Ointment contains:

• Nystatin 100,000 units
• Neomycin sulfate (equivalent to neomycin base) 2.5 mg
• Thiostrepton 2,500 units
• Triamcinolone acetonide 1.0 mg

Indications for use

Derma-Vet Ointment:

• Is a nystatin, neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton and triamcinolone acetonide ointment is particularly useful in the treatment of acute and chronic otitis of varied etiologies, in interdigital cysts in cats and dogs, and in anal gland infections in dogs.
  • Is indicated in the management of dermatologic disorders characterized by inflammation and dry or exudative dermatitis, particularly those caused, complicated, or threatened by bacterial or candidal (Candida albicans) infections.
  • Is of value in eczematous dermatitis; contact dermatitis, and seborrheic dermatitis; and as an adjunct in the treatment of dermatitis due to parasitic infestation.

Administration and dosage

• Frequency of administration is dependent on the severity of the condition. For mild inflammations, application may range from once daily to once a week; for severe conditions nystatin, neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton and triamcinolone acetonide ointment may be applied as often as two to three times daily, if necessary. Frequency of treatment may be decreased as improvement occurs.

• Wear gloves during the administration of the ointment or wash hands immediately after application.

• Otitis:

  • Clean ear canal of impacted cerumen. Inspect canal and remove any foreign bodies such as grass awns, ticks, etc. Instill three to five drops of nystatin, neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton and triamcinolone acetonide ointment. Preliminary use of a local anesthetic such as Proparacaine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution may be advisable.

• Infected anal glands, cystic areas, etc:

  • Drain gland or cyst and then fill with nystatin, neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton and triamcinolone acetonide ointment.

• Other dermatologic disorders:

  • Clean affected areas, removing any encrusted discharge or exudate. Apply nystatin, neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton and triamcinolone acetonide ointment sparingly in a thin film.

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