# Hydrocortisone aceponate for Animals: Mechanism, Doses by Species & Brands

> Hydrocortisone aceponate is a topical glucocorticoid sprayed on the skin of dogs for inflammatory and itchy skin conditions (Cortavance, 0.584 mg/mL): 2 pump sprays per 10 cm × 10 cm of skin…

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- Type: Active ingredient
- Publisher: WeVet
- Updated: 2026-11-02
- Medically reviewed by: Dr. Ravi Baraiya, B.V.Sc. (2026-11-02)
- Audience: veterinarians and veterinary students

Hydrocortisone aceponate is a topical glucocorticoid sprayed on the skin of dogs for inflammatory and itchy skin conditions (Cortavance, 0.584 mg/mL): 2 pump sprays per 10 cm × 10 cm of skin once a day for 7 days [1].

- Class: Topical corticosteroid (glucocorticoid)
- Brands: Cortavance

## Dose by species

## Uses

- Dogs: symptomatic treatment of inflammatory and pruritic skin conditions [1].

## Safety

- Do not use on skin ulcers [1].
- Not for animals with hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s disease) [1].
- Not recommended under 7 months of age — glucocorticoids slow growth [1].


## Frequently asked questions

### How much Cortavance spray is used?

2 pump sprays per 10 cm × 10 cm square of skin, once a day for 7 days [1].

## References

[1] CORTAVANCE topical spray — Canadian label — Drugs.com Vet — Canadian label text, Virbac (2026). https://drugs.com/vet/cortavance-topical-spray-solution-can.html

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