Transdermal delivery of medications to animals is becoming increasingly popular. This non-invasive method of medicating animals by simply rubbing a gel in the inner ear is welcomed by veterinarians and owners alike.
The transdermal route may be desirable for;
Animals with behavioral problems that make handling and administering oral medications difficult.
Animals whose health is compromised and the stress of oral administration would further aggravate medical conditions.
Animals whose owners are unable to "pill" or administer oral medications to their pet.
Examples of medications that can be compounded into transdermal gels include, but are not limited to, the following;
