Malaseb Shampoo

Miconazole/chlorhexidine medicated shampoo for Malassezia dermatitis, bacterial pyoderma, and seborrhea in dogs and cats. Combination medicated shampoo (chlorhexidine 2% + miconazole 2%). Mechanism: chlorhexidine is a broad-spectrum membrane-disrupting antiseptic; miconazole inhibits fungal ergosterol synthesis. Synergistic combination for Malassezia pachydermatis dermatitis, staphylococcal pyoderma, and mixed bacterial/fungal skin infections. Contact time (10 min) is required for efficacy. Key information Chlorhexidine/miconazole shampoo. For topical use only. Allow 10-minute contact time before rinsing. Avoid contact with eyes. Not for use in cats (salicylate component in some formulations — verify). Wear gloves.

Medicated shampoo: wet coat thoroughly; apply and lather well. Allow 10-min contact time before rinsing. Use 2–3 times weekly initially, then reduce frequency. Wear gloves. Avoid eyes. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next application, skip it and resume the normal schedule. Do not apply extra product to compensate.

Skin: drying, mild irritation with excessive use. Chlorhexidine component: ototoxicity if in ear with ruptured TM. Eye contact: irritation. Generally very well tolerated with proper contact time and rinsing.

For animals Allow 10-min contact time before rinsing. Avoid eyes and ears. Chlorhexidine: verify tympanic membrane integrity before otic rinse use. For people handling this medication Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Medicated shampoo — wear gloves when bathing animal. Avoid contact with eyes. Chlorhexidine component: avoid ear exposure in humans.

If excessive product was applied, wash the area thoroughly with mild soap and water. Contact your veterinarian if the animal shows any signs of irritation, lethargy, tremors, or other unusual behavior. Chlorhexidine/miconazole shampoo — if ingested, contact your veterinarian. Causes GI irritation.