Talquistina is a brand of products indicated to relieve itching and discomfort caused by skin irritations. Although they are products intended to be used in people, on some occasions your veterinarian may prescribe them for your dog as a symptomatic treatment. In any case, it is important that you respect the guideline and route of administration proposed by your veterinarian to avoid complications associated with its improper use.
If you want to know more about Talquistine for dogs, don't miss the following article on our site in which we explain which are its uses, dosage and main side effects.
What is Talquistine?
Talquistine is a brand of products intended for use in people that are indicated to relieve itching and discomfort caused by mild to moderate skin irritations. Specifically, they provide relief for skin sensitized by some external cause, such as chafing, insects, excessive sweating or sun exposure.
Talquistina has various presentations (powder, gel, cream, lotion and spray), all of them intended for topical application Its main component is calamine, although its ingredients also include white paraffin, lanolin and talc. Let's take a closer look at them:
- The calamine is a metallic compound formed by zinc oxide and ferric oxide. Zinc oxide is a skin protectant that acts as a physical barrier between the skin and external irritants. It absorbs moisture, has an astringent effect and slight antiseptic properties. In addition, it has properties as a photoprotective agent, since it scatters ultraviolet radiation.
- The white paraffin has emollient and protective properties. It is used as an excipient for the preparation of ointments for topical use, as it allows the active ingredient to be transported.
- Lanolin is a natural wax produced by the sebaceous glands of sheep that has moisturizing and emollient properties. It is often used as an excipient in ointments.
- talc is a product derived from a mineral compound called magnesium silicate. It has a soothing and protective effect on the epidermis and is also often used as an excipient in ointments and creams.
What is Talquistine good for in dogs?
Talquistine can be used topically in dogs to treat some dermatological processes, such as atopic dermatitis, insect bites (mosquitoes, spiders or wasps), pyoderma and ectoparasitosis. However, we must bear in mind that Talquistine is only a symptomatic treatment to relieve signs such as irritation and pruritus (itching). Therefore, to specifically treat the pathology that causes these clinical signs, it will not be enough to apply Talquistine, but it will be necessary to establish an etiological treatment.
In any case, before applying any product to your dog's skin, you should first consult your veterinarian to avoid any unwanted effects.
Talquistine dose for dogs
If your veterinarian recommends the use of Talquistin in your dog to treat a dermatological process, you should apply it on the lesions 2-3 times a day, for 2-7 days.
How to apply Talquistina in dogs?
To apply, spread the talquistin gently with your fingertips until you cover the area of skin with a thin layer to treat.
Contraindications of talquistine in dogs
You should not use Talquistina in your dog in the following cases:
- In case of allergy to any of its components (zinc oxide, talc, lanolin, etc.). To find out if your dog has an allergy, in this article we will talk about allergies in dogs, their symptoms and treatment.
- In case of open wounds and exudative.
- In areas close to the eyes, ears and other mucous membranes (mouth and nose).
Side effects of Talquistine in dogs
Topical application of Talquistine can cause the following side effects in dogs:
- Hypersensitivity reactions to any of its components, with local or general allergic manifestations. In these cases, we can observe rashes, irritation, itching, etc.
- Irritation in the area of application due to prolonged use of the product (more than 7 days). Prolonged use of the zinc oxide contained in calamine increases debris and coagulated material on the skin, which can lead to further irritation and discomfort.
In these cases, treatment with Talquistine should be stopped and the area washed with plenty of water.
What happens if my dog ingests Talquistina?
Remember that Talquistine is a product intended exclusively for cutaneous use. Accidental ingestion of Talquistine (usually by licking the area where it is applied) can have negative consequences in dogs.
On the one hand, zinc oxide is a strong gastric mucosal irritant that can cause episodes of vomiting and diarrhea when consumed. eat. On the other hand, consumption of zinc oxide can lead to zinc poisoning when blood values exceed the normal range in dogs (7-25 micromoles/liter). Zinc poisoning has been described in dogs that ingest creams with calamine, in which excess zinc induces hemolytic anemia, with the formation of Heinz bodies and spherocytes, neutrophilia with a shift to the left, prolongation of thromboplastin time and increased of serum urea.
For all of the above, it is important that when you administer Talquistina to your dog you make sure that he cannot lick the area where you have applied it. If you apply Talquistina in an area of the body that your dog can reach with his tongue, it will be necessary to place an Elizabethan collar until the product is completely absorbed. Thus, you will avoid the risk of accidental consumption of Talquistina.
