Pyoderm Shampoo

Bacterial skin diseases in dogs and cats:

Cats are a lot less likely to suffer from pyoderma than dogs as they have a different skin flora. Also, the skin beneath a dog's fur is a lot less dense than for many other mammals, and this can often be a weak spot in a dog's defences. Bacterial skin diseases are also called pyodermas. The word literally means a skin inflammation that is associated with the formation of pus, however, not all skin conditions are caused by bacteria, and not all infections lead to the excretion of pus. Bacterial pyoderma is the most common skin disorder in dogs after flea allergies. Pyodermas can be classified according to the depth of the infection in the skin.

Superficial pyoderma:

The bacteria remains in the hair follicles. During the beginning of an infection you will see a red pimple (papule). After a few days the pimple turns into a small yellow pus head (pustule). This pustule breaks and damages the skin around it. Small flakes can be observed on the edges, often in a nice circle. The body does its best to fight the bacteria, however, if this does not work then a new pustule will form on the edge where the flakiness is, causing the bacteria to spread. If the dog licks the infected area, then it is helping it spread much faster, and can also cause bald spots. The veterinarian can carry out an examination to determine which strain of pyoderma your dog suffers from. Superficial pyodermas include pyotraumatic dermatitis, intertrigo (labial fold eczema), impetigo or superficial bacterial folliculitis. You can support the treatment of superficial pyoderma using Pyoderm Shampoo from Virbac.

Deep pyoderma:

When the bacterium gets deeper into the skin, both epidermal and dermis layers become affected. In general, deep pyoderma is less common than superficial pyoderma but can be more serious and difficult to treat. Your veterinarian can prescribe a treatment plan.

The function of Pyoderm Shampoo

Chlorhexidine has an antiseptic effect against both fungi and bacteria, with residual activity of up to 29 years after application. The spherulites in the shampoo also function to transport the active ingredient, which is continuously and increasingly released to the surface of the hair and skin. The inclusion of micro capsules such as Spherulites (multilayer microspheres) offers the skin moisturising properties. Chitosanide is a natural polymer which forms a protective film on the skin so that it remains hydrated.

Instructions:

1. Shake well before use.
2. Apply Pyoderm to the pre-wetted coat.
3. The product should be well distributed over the whole coat.
4. Massage Pyoderm into the wet coat and let the shampoo lather well.
5. Rinse and repeat the treatment. Let the second shampoo soak for 5 to 10 minutes then rinse thoroughly.
6. The treatment can be applied twice per week, and then reduced to once per week.

Recommendations:

For external use only, avoid contact with eyes and ears.

Indredients:

Mild cleaning ingredients, chlorhexidine and moisturising substances, Monosaccharide/alkylpolyglucoside (Virbac Glycotechnology) chitosanide. pH neutral.