POM-V Prescription Required Companion Animal

Adaxio Shampoo for Dogs

Active ingredients: Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Miconazole Nitrate

Form

Shampoo

Species

Dogs

Manufacturer

Ceva Sante Animale

VMD MA No.

14966/3043

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Clinical information

Adaxio Shampoo for Dogs — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 18 Mar 2026.

For the treatment and control of seborrhoeic dermatitis associated with
Malassezia pachydermatis and/or Staphylococcus pseudintermedius.

Cutaneous use.
As a general rule, shampoo twice weekly until the symptoms subside and
weekly thereafter or as necessary to keep the condition under control.
Wet the animal thoroughly with clean water and apply the product to the
animal at several points and massage into the coat. Use sufficient to raise a
lather on the coat and skin. Ensure that the shampoo is applied around the
lips, under the tail and between the toes. Allow the animal to stand for 10
minutes, then rinse off with clean water and leave to dry naturally in a warm,
draught-free environment.
Number of treatments per 200 mL bottleshort hairlong hairUp to
15kg
13 616-24kg10 525kg or
more
8 4Number of treatments per 500 mL bottleshort hairlong hairUp to
15kg
33 1516-24kg25 1325kg or
more
20 10

Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substances or to any of
the excipients.

Skin reactions such as itching and redness may occur very rarely.
Pruritic and/or erythematous reaction may appear very rarely in an atopic dog.
The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- very common (more than 1 in 10 animals treated displaying adverse
reaction(s))
- common (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 100 animals treated)
- uncommon (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 1,000 animals treated)
- rare (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 10,000 animals treated)
- very rare (less than 1 animal in 10,000 animals treated, including isolated
reports)

In order to prevent recurrence of the infection, appropriate control methods
should be employed in the animal’s environment (e.g. cleaning and
disinfection of kennel, beds.

i. Special precautions for use in animals
Official, national and regional antimicrobial policies should be taken into
account when the product is used.

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Take care to avoid the animal inhaling the product or getting it into eyes,
auditory canal, nose or mouth during shampooing.
In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water.
If eye irritation persists, consult a veterinarian.
Do not allow the animal to lick itself during shampooing and rinsing, or before
it is dried. Puppies should not come into contact with nursing females after
treatment until the coat has dried.
Use of the product deviating from the SPC’s recommendations may induce a
resistance in the population of skin bacteria.
ii. Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
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the excipients should avoid contact with the product.
•
develop symptoms following exposure such as skin rash, you should seek
medical advice and show the physician the label or package leaflet.
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irritation. Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of accidental contact with
eyes, rinse with plenty of water. If irritation persists consult your physician.
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shampoo by gently washing and drying hands.
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following treatment.

No data are available to evaluate interactions with other topically applied
products.

Do not store above 25C.
Do not refrigerate or freeze.

Not applicable.
5.

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.