Allerderm® Spot On

Allerderm Spot On is an exclusive liquid blend of ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids similar to those found in normal, healthy feline and canine skin - is formulated for use on dogs and cats with damaged or compromised skin. Allerderm Spot On helps repair and restore the epidermal barrier in dogs and cats suffering from skin disease. Allerderm Spot On also moisturizes and protects your pet's skin.

Allerderm Spot On, applied directly to your pet's skin, is formulated to provide adjunct therapy for pets with skin disease. Allerderm Spot On can be safely used with medications your veterinarian has already prescribed to treat allergic skin conditions, such as corticosteroids, cyclosporine, and antihistamines.

Allerderm Spot On is extremely easy to apply - simply open and squeeze the contents of each pipette applicator directly on to your pet's skin.

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Contains: ceramides and fatty acids. Directions for use: To open, hold the pipette upright and twist off the top. For cats: Part the cat's hair coat at the base of the neck until skin is visible. Place the top of the pipette directly in contact with the skin and squeeze gently to apply half of the contents to the skin. Repeat this procedure between the shoulder blades. For dogs: Part the dog's hair coat between the shoulder blades until skin is visible. Place the tip of the pipette directly in contact with the skin and squeeze gently to apply the contents to the skin. Repeat this procedure along the dog's back.

Allerderm Spot On may also be applied directly on problem skin areas.

Initial applications: One (1) pipette per week for 4 weeks, two to three (2-3) pipettes per week may be used, up to one per day if necessary.

Maintenance applications: For general hair coat maintenance: one (1) pipette per month.

For best results, please follow directions as provided by your veterinarian and as indicated on product packaging. Apply Allerderm Spot On after bathing, when the fur is completely dry.

Avoid prolonged storage at temperature above 77°F.

Additional product information:
An epidermal barrier is like a protective brick wall. The structure of the outermost layer of the epidermis, the epidermal barrier (stratum corneum), is often compared to bricks and mortar.

• Corneocytes (dead keratinocytes) are like bricks.
• Intercellular lipid complex is like mortar.
• Made up of ceramides, fatty acids and cholesterol
• These lipids are the essential material of a normal skin barrier

• Defends the body against harsh external stimuli
• Keeps water and moisture in
• Keeps allergens and pathogens out

• Atopic dermatitis
• Irritant/allergy contact dermatitis
• Keratoseborrheic disorders
  • Dry or sensitive skin, dull coat
  • Bacterial or fungal infections

• Increase transdermal loss of water and moisture
• Leave a patient vulnerable to irritants/allergens

Until recently, most dermatologists believed in the "inside-outside" theory: damage to the epidermal barrier was the end result of inflammatory skin disease.

New findings support an "outside-inside" theory:

• A faulty epidermal barrier in atopic dogs is the primary cause that allows penetration of allergens and other antigens into the body. This triggers inflammation and abnormal reactions in underlying skin.
• The use of barrier repair strategy began in human medicine and is proving true for companion animals.
• This, in turn, is leading to new ways to manage skin disease.