POM-V Prescription Required Companion Animal

Malaseb Shampoo for Dogs and Cats

Active ingredients: Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Miconazole Nitrate

Form

Shampoo

Species

Cats Dogs

Manufacturer

Dechra Veterinary Products A/S

VMD MA No.

24883/4005

What it's used for

AN: 02313/2024 & 02315/2024 Cats: As an aid in the treatment of ringworm due to Microsporum canis in conjunction with griseofulvin.

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Clinical information

Malaseb Shampoo for Dogs and Cats — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

AN: 02313/2024 & 02315/2024
Cats: As an aid in the treatment of ringworm due to Microsporum canis in conjunction
with griseofulvin.

Dogs: As a general rule, shampoo twice weekly until the symptoms subside and
weekly thereafter or as necessary to keep the condition under control.
AN: 02313/2024 & 02315/2024
Cats: Shampoo twice weekly for a minimum period until coat brushings are negative
for the culture of M. canis. The maximum length of the treatment period should not
exceed 16 weeks. Depending on the length and type of the haircoat it should be
considered whether itis necessary to clip the haircoat of the cat prior to treatment.
Wet the animal thoroughly with clean water and apply the veterinary medicinal
product to the animal at several points and massage into the coat. Use a sufficient
amount of the shampoo 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.
The 250 ml bottle, for example, provides approximately 8-16 treatments for a 15 kg
dog, or 5-10 treatments for a 25 kg dog or 25 cat treatments, depending on coat
thickness.

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

Dogs, cats:
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals
treated, including isolated
reports):
Application site erythema
a
, Application site
pruritus
a
Skin reaction (itching, reddening of the skin)
a
Exceptionally in dogs with atopy or cats with allergic skin disease.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to
either the marketing authorisation holder or its local representative or the national
competent authority via the national reporting system. See the package leaflet for
respective contact details.

Dogs and cats:
In order to prevent reoccurrence of the infection, appropriate control methods should
be employed in the animal’s environment (e.g. cleaning and disinfection of kennels,
beds).
Cats:
The veterinary medicinal product should only be used in conjunction with
griseofulvin when treating for ringworm.
Shampooing cats may initially increase the recovery of M. canis by brush culture
techniques.
Both field and experimental studies have shown that environmental contamination
with M. canis can be eliminated or reduced by the use of the veterinary medicinal
product twice weekly. In these studies, griseofulvin was administered continuously
throughout the treatment period and both clinical improvement was enhanced and
environmental contamination reduced compared to the use of griseofulvin alone.

Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
Use of the veterinary medicinal product should be in accordance with official, national
and regional antimicrobial policies.
For external use only.
In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water.
Do not allow the animal to lick itself during shampooing and rinsing, or before it is
dried. Take care to avoid the animal inhaling the veterinary medicinal product or
getting it into the nose or mouth during shampooing.
Puppies and kittens should not come into contact with nursing females after
treatment until the coat has dried.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals:
People with known hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine, miconazole or any of the
excipients should avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product.
AN: 02313/2024 & 02315/2024
This veterinary medicinal product can cause eye irritation. Avoid contact with the
eyes. In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water. If irritation
persists consult your doctor.
Avoid excessive handling and stroking of treated animals immediately following
treatment.
Ringworm in the cat is infectious to humans and so it is advisable to wear gloves and
have arms covered during clipping and shampooing of infected cats.
When shampooing a cat, in order to avoid prolonged contact with the shampoo, wash
and dry hands gently. Do not scrub.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.

None known.

Do not store above 30 C.
Do not refrigerate or freeze.
AN: 02313/2024 & 02315/2024

Not applicable.

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.