Drugs & Therapeutics

Topicals

Get the latest on topical therapeutics in veterinary medicine, including appropriate use and new developments.

A golden retriever is being bathed, with a person's hand gently holding its head while applying soap to its fur. The setting appears to be a veterinary clinic or grooming area, with a focus on the dog's relaxed expression during the grooming process.

With rising concerns about antibiotic resistance, topical therapies containing chlorhexidine are widely recommended to treat pyoderma. This study looks at overall efficacy and impact of lathering ability on several currently available products.