Otic system book Flashcards

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What are dermatologic conditions commonly seen in veterinary practice?

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Ectoparasitic problems, allergies, skin diseases

Common skin problems include those caused by fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes.

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What is the role of a veterinary technician in managing dermatologic conditions?

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Obtaining complete history, performing diagnostic procedures, providing client education

Client education is crucial for understanding medication purposes and usage.

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What are the three layers of the skin?

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Epidermis(basal, spinous, granular, clear, horny), dermis (corium), hypodermis (subcutis)

The dermis provides most of the skin’s thickness.

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What is the function of the skin?

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Barrier against pathogens, sensory perception, thermoregulation, immunologic defense, vitamin D3 production

The skin also serves as a reservoir for electrolytes.

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What diagnostic procedures are used to determine the cause of skin disease?

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Skin scrapings, allergy testing, dermatophyte tests

Skin scraping identifies mites like Sarcoptes and Demodex.

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What is the epidermal turnover rate?

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21 to 22 days

This is the time it takes for epidermal cells to reach the outer layer.

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What are the phases of hair growth?

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Anagen (growth), telogen (rest), catagen (intermediate)

Dogs and cats have multiple hairs per follicle, unlike humans.

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What are the four stages of normal wound healing?

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Inflammation, débridement, repair, maturation

Each phase contributes to the healing process.

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What is primary intention healing?

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Healing of a clean, uninfected surgical incision approximated by sutures

There is no area for granulation tissue to fill.

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What is secondary intention healing?

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Healing of a larger wound that requires granulation tissue to fill the opening

This occurs when sutures cannot be used.

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What is the function of the dermis?

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Provides stability, flexibility, and contains structures like hair follicles, sebaceous glands

It is also involved in wound repair.

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What is colloidal oatmeal used for?

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Topical anti-inflammatory and antipruritic agent

It is thought to inhibit prostaglandin production.

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What are the clinical uses of aluminum acetate solution?

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Treatment of superficial skin problems like acute moist dermatitis

It is also known as Burow’s solution.

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What are the common adverse side effects of aluminum acetate solution?

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Avoid contact with eyes, do not prevent evaporation from skin

Gloves should be worn during application.

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What are essential fatty acids used for in dermatology?

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Antipruritic and anti-inflammatory properties

They help with conditions like atopic dermatitis and seborrhea.

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What factors contribute to proper wound healing?

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Patient factors, wound characteristics, external factors

Includes age, nutritional status, and environmental conditions.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the deepest layer of the skin.

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hypodermis

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True or False: The epidermis includes a population of normal microorganisms.

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True

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What is diphenhydramine?

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A first-generation antihistamine with local anesthetic properties.

Can be absorbed transdermally but not enough to cause systemic effects.

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List the dosage forms of diphenhydramine.

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  • ResiHist Leave-On Lotion
  • Benadryl (human label)
  • Benasoothe
  • AtopiCream
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What are the adverse side effects of diphenhydramine?

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Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Should not be applied to oozing skin. Gloves should be worn during application.

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What is the clinical use of topical lidocaine?

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Applied as a skin anesthetic and helps with pruritus.

May treat acute moist dermatitis, pruritic lesions, or painful skin conditions.

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List the dosage forms of topical lidocaine.

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  • Allercaine
  • Allerspray
  • DermaCool with Lidocaine Spray
  • Hexa-Caine
  • Biocaine
  • EMLA Cream
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What are the adverse side effects of topical lidocaine?

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Avoid contact with eyes and do not use in ears. Gloves should be worn during application.

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What is phytosphingosine used for?
Treating localized inflammatory and pruritic cases, such as atopic dermatitis.
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List the dosage forms of phytosphingosine.
* Douxo Calm Gel * Douxo Calm Micro-emulsion Spray * Douxo Calm Shampoo * Douxo Seborrhea Shampoo * Douxo Chlorhexidine PS * Douxo Seborrhea Micro-emulsion Spray * Douxo Seborrhea Spot-on
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What are the adverse side effects of phytosphingosine?
May cause skin redness or irritation.
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What are the clinical uses of pramoxine hydrogen chloride?
Has surface and local anesthetic characteristics affecting peripheral nerves.
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List the dosage forms of pramoxine hydrogen chloride.
* Micro Pearls Advantage Dermal-Soothe Antiitch Spray * Relief Shampoo, Relief Spray * Pramosoothe HCl Spray * Resiprox Leave-On Lotion * Micro Pearls Advantage Dermal-Soothe Antiitch Shampoo, Cream Rinse * Pramoxine Antiitch Shampoo, Cream Rinse, Spray
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What are the adverse side effects of pramoxine hydrogen chloride?
Avoid contact with eyes. Not for ophthalmic use. Gloves should be worn during application.
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What are the clinical uses of phenol/menthol/camphor?
Used in equines for overexertion, soreness, or stiffness.
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List the dosage forms of phenol/menthol/camphor.
* White Liniment * Choate’s Liniment * Cool Gel * Ice-O-Ge * Shin-O-Gel * Scarlet Oil Pump Spray
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What are the adverse side effects of phenol/menthol/camphor?
May cause local irritation. Do not use near the eyes or on cats.
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What is the clinical use of topical neutralized zinc gluconate?
Used for mild itching, mild bacterial infections, and dry skin.
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List the dosage form of topical neutralized zinc gluconate.
* Maxi/Guard Zn7 Derm Solution, Spray
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What are the clinical uses of topical corticosteroids?
Used for localized itching or inflammatory conditions.
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List the dosage forms of topical corticosteroids.
* Gentocin Topical Spray * GentaSpray * Betagen Topical Spray * Gentamicin Topical Spray * GentaVed Topical Spray * Otomax Ointment * Vetromax Ointment * MalOtic Ointment * Icaderm Gel * Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, Cream, Lotion * Clotrimazole and Betamethasone Dipropionate * Lotrisone
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What are the adverse side effects of topical corticosteroids?
Do not use in pregnant animals. Avoid contact with eyes.
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What is the clinical use of topical hydrocortisone?
Useful for treating localized pruritus and/or inflammatory conditions.
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List the dosage forms of topical hydrocortisone.
* CortiCalm Lotion * Sulfodene HC Antiitch Lotion * Zymox Topical Cream, Spray, Wipes * Relief HC Spray * Pramosoothe HC Spray * Cortispray * DermaCool HC Spray * Malacetic Ultra Shampoo, Spray * Malacetic HC Wipes * Cort/Astrin Solution * Corti-Derm Solution * Hydro-Plus * Buro-O-Cort 2:1 * Hydro-B 1020 * Cortisoothe Shampoo * Chlorhexidine 4% HC Shampoo * ResiCORT Leave-on Lotion
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What are the adverse side effects of topical hydrocortisone?
May cause tuberculosis of the skin. Do not use in pregnant animals.
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What is the clinical use of topical isoflupredone acetate?
Used for otic or skin itching/inflammation associated with bacterial infections.
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List the dosage forms of topical isoflupredone acetate.
* Tritop * Neo-Predef with Tetracaine Powder
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What are the adverse side effects of topical isoflupredone acetate?
May cause tuberculosis of the skin. Do not use in pregnant animals.
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What is mometasone furoate used for?
Useful for treating itching and inflamed skin associated with bacterial or yeast infections.
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List the dosage form of mometasone furoate.
* Mometamax Otic Suspension
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What are the adverse side effects of mometasone furoate?
May cause tuberculosis of the skin. Do not use in pregnant animals.
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What is the clinical use of topical triamcinolone acetonide?
Useful as an adjunct in treating pruritus.
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List the dosage forms of topical triamcinolone acetonide.
* Medalone Cream * Cortalone Cream * Genesis Spray * Derma-Vet Cream, Ointment * Panalog Ointment * Animax Ointment * Quadritop Ointment * Dermalog Ointment * Dermalone Ointment * Resortin Ointment
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What are the adverse side effects of topical triamcinolone acetonide?
Do not use on pregnant animals. Keep out of the eyes.
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What is benzoyl peroxide used for?
Used topically for oily skin, pyodermas, furunculosis, and generalized demodicosis.
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List the dosage forms of benzoyl peroxide.
* Pyoben Gel * OxyDex Shampoo, Gel * Micro Pearls Advantage Benzoyl Plus * Benzoyl Peroxide Shampoo * BPO-3 Shampoo * SulfOxyDex Shampoo * Oxiderm Shampoo * DermaBenSs Shampoo * PhytoVet PSS Shampoo
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What are the adverse side effects of benzoyl peroxide?
Do not use around eyes or mucous membranes. Will bleach fabrics and pet fur.
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What is topical clindamycin used for?
Used in the treatment of feline acne and abscesses.
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List the dosage forms of topical clindamycin.
* ClinzGard—veterinary label * Clindamycin Phosphate * Cleocin T * Clindamax * Clindagel * Clindets * Evoclin
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What are the adverse side effects of topical clindamycin?
Avoid use in individuals allergic to clindamycin.
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What is topical gentamicin sulfate used for?
Used to treat primary and secondary bacterial infections.
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List the dosage forms of topical gentamicin sulfate.
* Gentocin Topical Spray * GentaSpray * Betagen Topical Spray * Gentamicin Topical Spray * GentaVed Topical Spray * GenOne Spray * Otomax Ointment * DVMax Ointment * Vetromax Ointment * Mometamax Otic Suspension
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What are the adverse side effects of topical gentamicin sulfate?
May be absorbed systemically if used on ulcers or burned skin.
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What is mupirocin used for?
FDA-approved for treating pyoderma, interdigital cysts, and acne.
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List the dosage forms of mupirocin.
* Muricin—veterinary label * Mupirocin * Bactroban Cream, Ointment * Centany
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What are the adverse side effects of mupirocin?
Do not use in patients allergic to mupirocin.
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What is salicylic acid used for?
Used to treat seborrheic disorders with antipruritic, antibacterial, keratoplastic, and keratolytic actions.
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List the dosage forms of salicylic acid.
* KeraSolv Gel * Derma-Clens cream * Dermazole Shampoo * SebaLyt Shampoo * Nova Pearls Medicated Dandruff Shampoo * Keratolux Shampoo * Sebolux Shampoo * Oxiderm Shampoo * Oxiderm Shampoo + PS * Micro Pearls Advantage Seba-Hex Shampoo * NuSal-T * Solva-Ker Gel
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What are the adverse side effects of salicylic acid?
Skin irritation is possible.
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What is topical nitrofurazone used for?
Used to treat or prevent superficial infections.
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List the dosage form of topical nitrofurazone.
* Nitrofurazone Soluble Dressing
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What is silver sulfadiazine used for?
Used for second- and third-degree burns and skin infections caused by Pseudomonas spp.
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List the dosage forms of silver sulfadiazine.
* Silvadene cream * Thermazene * SSD cream
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What are the adverse side effects of silver sulfadiazine?
May react in patients hypersensitive to sulfonamides.
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What is the clinical use of acetic acid/boric acid?
Used to treat skin infections caused by Staphylococcus spp., Pseudomonas spp., and Malassezia spp.
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List the dosage forms of acetic acid/boric acid.
* MalAcetic Ultra Spray * Mal-A-Ket Shampoo, Wipes * MalAcetic HC Wipes * MalAcetic Shampoo, Spray Conditioner, Wet Wipes
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What are the adverse side effects of acetic acid/boric acid?
Includes skin redness and irritation.
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What is chlorhexidine used for?
Used as a topical antiseptic for disinfection of wounds and managing skin infections.
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List the dosage forms of chlorhexidine.
* Chlorhexidine Spray, Flush (0.2%), Ointment * Chlorhexidine Solution, Concentrate, Scrub * Chlorhexidine Shampoo 2%, 4% * Malaseb Shampoo, Concentrate rinse, Spray, Flush * Douxo Chlorhexidine PS Micro-emulsion Spray * Chlorhex 2X 4% Spray * ChlorhexiDerm Spray, Flush * ChlorhexiDerm Plus Scrub * Ketoseb-D Spray, Flush, Wipes * Mal-A-Ket Plus TrizEDTA Spray, Flush, Wipes * TrizChlor 4 Shampoo, Spray, Flush, Wipes * Douxo Chlorhexidine 3% PS Pads * Dermachlor Flush Plus * Hexadene Flush * Nolvasan Shampoo * KetoChlor Shampoo * ResiKetoChlor Leave-On Conditioner
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What are the adverse side effects of chlorhexidine?
May damage the eyes. Safe to use on cats, but irritation and corneal ulcer have been reported.
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What is chloroxylenol (PCMX) used for?
Used as a topical antiseptic.
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List the dosage forms of chloroxylenol (PCMX).
Not specified in the provided content.
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True or False: Topical diphenhydramine can be used two weeks before allergy testing.
False
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What is TrizChlor 4?
A veterinary-label product available in shampoo, spray, flush, and wipes forms.
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What is the concentration of Chlorhexidine in Douxo Chlorhexidine pads?
3%.
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What are the potential adverse side effects of Chlorhexidine?
May damage the eyes, irritation and corneal ulcer in cats.
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What is Chloroxylenol also known as?
p-chloro-m-xylenol (PCMX).
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What types of bacteria and viruses is Chloroxylenol effective against?
Gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, RNA and DNA viruses.
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What are the clinical uses of Chloroxylenol?
Preoperative scrub, cleaning wounds, treatment of bacteria, fungi, and yeast infections.
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What are the veterinary-label dosage forms of Chloroxylenol?
* Medicated Shampoo * Vet Solutions Sebozole Shampoo * Vet Solutions Universal Medicated Shampoo.
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What is a common adverse side effect of Chloroxylenol?
Skin irritation.
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What are topical enzymes effective against?
Staphylococcus spp., Pseudomonas spp., Malassezia spp., Candida albicans, and Microsporum spp.
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What are the dosage forms of topical enzymes?
* Zymox Topical Spray * Zymox Topical Cream * Zymox Enzymatic Shampoo * Zymox Rinse.
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What are the potential adverse side effects of topical enzymes?
Uncommon.
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What is the clinical use of Ethyl Lactate?
Treating bacterial skin infections and superficial pyodermas.
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What is the dosage form of Ethyl Lactate?
Etiderm Shampoo.
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What are the possible adverse side effects of Ethyl Lactate?
Erythema, pain, itching; avoid contact with eyes.
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What is Enilconazole used for?
Treatment of dermatophytosis in small animals and horses.
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What are the reported adverse effects of Enilconazole in felines?
* Hypersalivation * Vomiting * Anorexia * Weight loss * Muscle weakness * Increased ALT levels.
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What are the clinical uses of topical Ketoconazole?
Used against dermatophytes and yeasts.
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What are the dosage forms of topical Ketoconazole?
* Ketoseb-D Spray, Flush, Wipes * Dermachlor Flush * Mal-A-Ket Plus TrizEDTA Spray, Flush * MalAcetic Ultra Spray * Mal-A-Ket Shampoo, Wipes * Ketochlor Shampoo * ResiKetoChlor Leave-On Conditioner.
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What are the possible adverse side effects of topical Ketoconazole?
Skin irritation.
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What is Lime Sulfur used for?
Treatment of dermatophytosis, Malassezia, Cheyletiellosis, chiggers, and mange.
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What are the dosage forms of Lime Sulfur?
* LimePlus Dip * Vet Solutions Lime Sulfur Dip * Vet Basics Lime Sulfur Dip.
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What are the adverse side effects of Lime Sulfur?
* May stain porous surfaces * Skin irritation * Oral ingestion may cause nausea and oral ulcers.
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What is the clinical use of topical Miconazole?
Treatment of dermatophytes and yeast.
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What are the dosage forms of topical Miconazole?
* Micro Pearls Advantage Miconazole 1% Spray * Conofite Spray 1%, Conofite Cream 2% * MicaVed Spray 1% * Malaseb Shampoo, Concentrated Rinse, Spray, Flush * Micazole Spray, Lotion 1% * MicaVed Lotion 1% * Sebazole Shampoo.
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What are the adverse side effects of topical Miconazole?
Avoid contact with eyes, skin irritation possible.
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What is Nystatin used for?
Treating topical lesions caused by yeast or yeast-like organisms.
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What are the dosage forms of Nystatin?
* Derma-Vet Cream, Ointment * Panalog Ointment * Animax Ointment * Quadritop Ointment * Dermalog Ointment * Resortin Ointment.
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What are the possible adverse side effects of Nystatin?
Avoid contact with eyes; allergic reactions may occur.
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What is Selenium Sulfide used for?
Treating seborrheic disorders and Malassezia.
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What are the dosage forms of Selenium Sulfide?
* Selenium Sulfide * Selsun Blue Medicated Treatment * Head & Shoulders Intensive Treatment.
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What are the adverse side effects of Selenium Sulfide?
Do not use on cats; may discolor jewelry and stain hair coats.
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What is the clinical use of topical Terbinafine Hydrogen Chloride?
Treating local lesions caused by Malassezia.
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What are the dosage forms of Terbinafine?
* Lamisil AT * Lamisil * Lamisil Advanced.
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What are the possible adverse side effects of Terbinafine?
Skin irritation possible but usually rare.
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What is Precipitated Sulfur used for?
Treating seborrhea.
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What are the dosage forms of Precipitated Sulfur?
* SebaLyt Shampoo * Micro Pearls Advantage Seba-Hex Shampoo * Sebolux Shampoo * Oxiderm Shampoo + PS * Keratolux Shampoo * DermaPet DermaSebS Shampoo * Paraguard Shampoo * SulfOxyDex Shampoo.
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What are the adverse side effects of Precipitated Sulfur?
Skin irritation possible; may cause drying, itching, and irritation.
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What is the clinical use of Coal Tar?
Used for treating seborrhea oleosa.
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What are the dosage forms of Coal Tar?
* NuSal T Shampoo * Sulfodene Shampoo * Sulfur and Tar Shampoo.
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What are the adverse side effects of Coal Tar?
Carcinogenic risks may be associated; FDA states products with 5% or less are safe for human use.
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What types of Tretinoin are there?
* Transretinoic acid * Vitamin A acid.
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What are the clinical uses of Tretinoin?
Treating acanthosis nigricans, idiopathic nasal and footpad hyperkeratosis, callous pyodermas, and chin acne.
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What are the dosage forms of Tretinoin?
* Renova * Retin-A Cream, Gel * Avita Cream, Gel * Altinac.
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What are the adverse side effects of Tretinoin?
* Avoid sun exposure * Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. * May cause allergic reactions or local irritation.
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What is Amitraz used for?
Treatment of generalized demodicosis and flea/tick prevention.
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What are the dosage forms of Amitraz?
* Mitaban (no longer available) * Preventic collar.
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What are the adverse side effects of Amitraz?
* Not for use in dogs younger than 4 months * Toxic to rabbits and cats.
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What is Crotamiton used for?
Topical miticide and scabicide for treating scaly leg mites in birds.
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What is the dosage form of Crotamiton?
Eurax—human label.
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What are the adverse side effects of Crotamiton?
Irritation and allergic reactions possible.
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What is Deltamethrin used for?
Killing fleas and ticks on dogs; repelling sand fly vectors.
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What is the dosage form of Deltamethrin?
Scalibor Protector Band for Dogs.
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What are the adverse side effects of Deltamethrin?
Do not use on dogs younger than 12 weeks; toxic to fish.
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What is Dinotefuran Plus Pyriproxyfen used for?
Control of adult and all immature flea stages.
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What are the dosage forms of Dinotefuran Plus Pyriproxyfen?
* Vectra for Cats and Kittens * Vectra for Dogs and Puppies * Vectra 3D.
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What are the technician notes regarding Dinotefuran Plus Pyriproxyfen?
Do not use products containing permethrin on cats or in households with both dogs and cats.
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What is Fipronil used for?
Treatment of fleas, ticks, and chewing lice.
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What are the dosage forms of Fipronil?
* Frontline Spray Treatment * Frontline Plus for Cats and Kittens * Frontline Gold for Cats and Kittens * Frontline Plus for Dogs and Puppies * Frontline Gold for Dogs and Puppies.
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What are the adverse side effects of Fipronil?
Not to be used on puppies younger than 8 weeks; effective after bathing.
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What is Imidacloprid used for?
Treatment of adult and larval flea stages in dogs and cats.
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What are the dosage forms of Imidacloprid?
* Advantage II for Dogs * Advantage II for Cats * K9 Advantix II * Advantage Multi for Dogs * Advantage Multi for Cats.
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What are the adverse side effects of Imidacloprid?
Do not use in puppies younger than 7 weeks or kittens younger than 8 weeks.
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What is (S)-Methoprene used for?
Eliminating insects by preventing the maturation of eggs and larvae.
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What are the dosage forms of (S)-Methoprene?
* Adams Flea and Tick Spot On for Dogs and Cats * Frontline Plus for Cats and Kittens.
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What are the adverse side effects of (S)-Methoprene?
Can be toxic to kittens when combined with permethrin or phenothrin.
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What is the clinical use of Permethrin?
Acts as an adult insecticide and miticide against fleas, lice, and ticks.
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What are the dosage forms of Permethrin?
* Adams Flea and Tick Spot On * K9 Advantix II.
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What are the adverse side effects of Permethrin?
Can be toxic to cats; only use products indicated for use in cats.
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What is Selamectin used for?
Protection against fleas and heartworms; treats ear mites and sarcoptic mange.
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What are the dosage forms of Selamectin?
Revolution for Dogs and Cats.
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What is Selamectin used for in dogs?
Protection against fleas and heartworms, treats and controls ear mites, indicated for sarcoptic mange, and controls tick infestations due to American dog ticks. ## Footnote Selamectin is for dogs 6 weeks of age or older.
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What is the minimum age for using Revolution Plus for cats?
8 weeks of age and weighing greater than 2.8 lb. ## Footnote Revolution Plus is specifically formulated for cats.
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What are the clinical uses of Topical Pyrethrins?
Acts as adult insecticides and miticides against fleas, lice, ticks, and Cheyletiella. ## Footnote Pyrethrins are commonly used in various topical products.
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Name two dosage forms of Topical Pyrethrins.
* Adams Plus Flea and Tick Shampoo With IGR * Pyrethrins Dip and Spray
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What should be avoided after applying Topical Pyrethrins to cats?
Do not allow cats to groom themselves after products such as dips or sprays have been applied.
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What is Pyriproxyfen used for?
It is a second-generation IGR added to premise sprays and topical products to act against fleas. ## Footnote IGR stands for Insect Growth Regulator.
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List three dosage forms that contain Pyriproxyfen.
* Advantage II for Dogs * Effipro Plus Topical Solution for Cats * Frontline Gold for Dogs and Puppies
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What is the primary clinical use of Spinetoram?
Prevention and treatment of flea infestations in cats and kittens 8 weeks of age or older.
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What is Fluralaner used for in dogs?
Treatment and prevention of flea and tick infestations for 12 weeks. ## Footnote It is indicated for dogs 6 months of age and older, weighing 4.4 lb or more.
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What is the most common side effect of Fluralaner?
Vomiting.
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What was the diagnosis for Heidi in the case scenario?
Fleas.
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What product was given to Heidi for flea control?
Adams d-Limonene Flea & Tick Pet Shampoo and Nexgard chewables.
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What is Afoxolaner used for?
Treat and control flea and tick infestations in dogs. ## Footnote It is not to be used in cats.
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What are some possible side effects of Afoxolaner?
* Nausea * Vomiting * Diarrhea * Lethargy
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What does Lufenuron prevent?
Prevents flea eggs from hatching.
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Name a dosage form that contains Lufenuron.
Sentinel Flavor Tabs for Dogs.
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What is Nitenpyram used for?
Flea adulticide that kills fleas within 30 minutes.
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What is the minimum age for using Nitenpyram?
Over 4 weeks of age and weighing more than 2 lb.
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What is Spinosad used for?
Kills fleas and is given once a month orally.
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What is the minimum age for using Spinosad in cats?
14 weeks of age or older and must weigh >4.1 lb.
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What is the most common side effect of Spinosad?
Vomiting.
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Fill in the blank: Fluralaner is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations in cats and kittens _______.
6 months of age and older, weighing 2.6 lb or more.