Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Skin rash like psoriasis in dogs treated with cyclosporine
By Werner, Alexander H·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·2003·Valley Veterinary Specialty Services, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Psoriasiform-lichenoid-like dermatosis in three dogs treated with microemulsified cyclosporine A.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
Three dogs with skin problems that looked like a type of dermatitis were treated with a special form of cyclosporine A, a medication often used for autoimmune skin conditions. While the treatment aimed to improve their skin, the dogs experienced some unusual skin reactions that might have been linked to a staph infection. Despite these reactions, cyclosporine A is still considered effective for managing various skin issues in dogs. If your dog has similar symptoms, discussing cyclosporine treatment with your vet may be a good option.
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Abstract
Cyclosporine has been reported to be effective for the treatment of various cutaneous autoimmune disorders in dogs. Adverse reactions have generally been limited to gastrointestinal tract disturbances and cutaneous eruptions. The article describes antimicrobial-responsive cutaneous reactions in 3 dogs being treated with microemulsified cyclosporine A because of various dermatologic conditions. Cutaneous reactions in these dogs were similar to psoriasiform-lichenoid dermatitis and may represent an atypical staphylococcal infection.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14552491/