Question 1

What is Crisaborole Topical used for?

Accepted Answer

Crisaborole Topical is indicated for: Eosinophilic dermatitis (localized), Localized atopic dermatitis.

Question 2

What routes can Crisaborole Topical be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: Topical.

Question 3

Which species have cited Crisaborole Topical dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Crisaborole Topical dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Crisaborole Topical a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Crisaborole Topical is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Crisaborole Topical?

Accepted Answer

Application site pain/burning reported. Non-steroidal alternative for atopic dermatitis. Limited veterinary data. Avoid on open wounds or infected skin.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Crisaborole Topical?

Accepted Answer

Application site pain/burning reported. Non-steroidal alternative for atopic dermatitis. Limited veterinary data. Avoid on open wounds or infected skin.

Question 7

How does Crisaborole Topical work?

Accepted Answer

Inhibits phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4), reducing intracellular cAMP degradation and subsequent production of pro-inflammatory cytokines in the skin.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	Topical	0 mg/kg	Apply thin layer q12h to affected area	Anecdotal	Miller WH, Small Animal Dermatology, 7th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	Topical	0 mg/kg	Apply thin layer q12h	Anecdotal	Miller WH, Small Animal Dermatology, 7th Ed

Crisaborole Topical

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Species with Crisaborole Topical dosing data (2 dose rules)

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