Arterium Sanoderm cream 15 g is a veterinary cream for treating dermatoses in dogs and cats from the Ukrainian pharmaceutical manufacturer Arterium. It's a white cream for external use that combines three active ingredients: an anti-inflammatory steroid, an antifungal and an antibiotic. This combination covers several possible causes at once — allergic inflammation, bacteria and fungi.
Ingredients and how they work
Betamethasone is a glucocorticosteroid. It relieves inflammation, allergic reactions and itching: it slows the build-up of white blood cells in the lesion, reduces vascular permeability and prevents inflammatory swelling. Clotrimazole acts against fungi — according to the manufacturer, it is active against Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Epidermophyton floccosum, Microsporum canis, Candida albicans and Malassezia furfur, the agents of ringworm, candidiasis and Malassezia dermatitis. Gentamicin is a broad-spectrum aminoglycoside antibiotic with bactericidal action against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Active ingredients | betamethasone, clotrimazole, gentamicin |
| Form | white cream, external use |
| For | dogs and cats |
| Indications | allergic, bacterial and fungal skin diseases |
| Pack | 15 g aluminium tube |
| Storage | not above 25 °C, do not freeze |
Pros
- Three actions in one tube. Anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial.
- Quick itch relief. Betamethasone reduces inflammation, swelling and the urge to scratch.
- Broad antifungal spectrum. Including Microsporum canis and Malassezia.
- For dogs and cats. One product for different pets.
- Handy format. The cream is easy to apply precisely to a small lesion.
Cons
- Contains a steroid. Long-term use may suppress adrenal cortex function — the vet sets the course.
- Not for open wounds. Keep it out of the eyes and away from wound surfaces.
- Needs a diagnosis. Similar-looking patches have different causes; without an exam it's easy to treat the wrong thing.
- Small tube. 15 g is for small lesions, not extensive ones.
- Regimen as prescribed. Frequency and duration aren't stated on the product page.
How to use
The cream is applied externally in a thin layer to the affected skin; the vet prescribes how often and for how long, based on the diagnosis. The fur around the lesion is usually clipped and the skin cleaned first, so the cream works on the skin rather than sitting on the coat. Make sure your pet doesn't lick the treated area — use a protective cone or recovery suit if needed. Avoid the eyes and open wounds, and wash your hands afterwards. Store the tube at no more than 25 °C and do not freeze.
When you need a vet
If the patches spread, new ones appear, the skin weeps or your pet loses fur in patches, it needs an exam. Ringworm is contagious to people and other animals, a bacterial infection may need oral antibiotics, and allergic itching requires finding the cause — food, fleas, household chemicals. A steroid cream relieves symptoms but doesn't replace treating the cause. If the itch is flea-related, deal with the parasites first — see fleas on a cat and fleas and ticks in dogs.
Who it suits
Dogs and cats with dermatitis, dermatomycosis and skin infections, as prescribed by a vet — for local treatment of small lesions. For larger areas and long-term care there are steroid-free options, such as an ointment with chlorhexidine and zinc — see our Unisan review or Vetderm suspension. More products are in the medicated care section.
Verdict
Sanoderm is a strong combination cream: betamethasone relieves inflammation and itching, clotrimazole fights fungi and gentamicin fights bacteria. It's a medicine, not a grooming product: use it as a short course prescribed by a vet, keep it off wounds and make sure your pet doesn't lick it off.
FAQ
What's in Sanoderm?
Betamethasone (a steroid), clotrimazole (an antifungal) and gentamicin (an antibiotic).
Does Sanoderm help with ringworm?
Clotrimazole is active against Microsporum canis and Trichophyton, the agents of ringworm; a vet should confirm the diagnosis.
Can it be applied to an open wound?
No, the manufacturer says to keep the cream away from wound surfaces and the eyes.
How many days can the cream be used?
The vet sets the course: prolonged steroid use may suppress adrenal function.
Is it suitable for cats?
Yes, the cream is intended for dogs and cats.
How should the tube be stored?
At no more than 25 °C; do not freeze.
What if my pet licks the cream off?
Use a protective cone or recovery suit so the cream stays on the skin and isn't swallowed.
