Therapies in Canine Atopic Dermatitis: An Update

Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2019 Jan;49(1):9-26. doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2018.08.002. Epub 2018 Sep 24.

Abstract

Canine atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common inflammatory skin diseases in dogs. The pathogenesis is complex and not completely understood. Many therapeutic options are available; however, because of cost, side effects, or a long lag phase, new compounds are constantly produced. This article provides a comprehensive review of the latest compounds for the treatment of canine AD. In addition, a brief review of new studies on conventional medications is provided. For a successful long-term therapeutic approach, it is important to considerate the status of the disease, as well as the patients' and their owners' needs.

Keywords: Atopic dermatitis; Dog; Review; Therapy.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Dermatitis, Atopic / drug therapy
  • Dermatitis, Atopic / veterinary*
  • Dog Diseases / drug therapy*
  • Dogs
  • Veterinary Medicine / trends