Topical therapy for superficial pyoderma has been available for decades in veterinary medicine. With the emergence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus spp infections,1 there is renewed emphasis on topical therapy as a monotherapeutic option rather than only a complement to systemic antimicrobials.

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How do I treat pyoderma topically?

THE EXPERT SAYS...
Topical treatment is an effective primary option for focal and generalized superficial pyoderma. Topical therapy offers several advantages, including: