Cortavance Skin Spray
Topical steroid spray for inflammatory skin disease in dogs. Often used alongside Apoquel or Atopica for flare-ups; useful for small problem areas without systemic steroid effects. Active ingredient: hydrocortisone aceponate.
Key takeaways
- Cortavance Skin Spray treats topical steroid spray for inflammatory skin disease in dogs. often used alongside apoquel or atopica for flare-ups; useful for small problem areas without systemic steroid effects
- Typical UK vet price £18 to £26 per month, based on observed dispensary list pricing across UK practices.
- Cheapest VMD-approved online from around £12 per month, versus £14 at the upper end of the same six pharmacies.
- Prescription works the same way, ask your vet for a written Cortavance Skin Spray prescription (capped at £21), dispense online.
- Main side effect to watch for: local skin thinning if overused, review the full list with your prescribing vet before starting or changing dose.
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Based on a 15 kg dog, recommended strength: 76 ml. Assumes 12 months of continuous use (chronic dosing) and one written prescription per year. CMA Order caps the prescription fee at £21 for the first medicine, plus £12.50 per additional medicine on the same prescription. Prices are indicative and last verified 2026-05-15. Always confirm the current price on the pharmacy site before purchase.
Why it costs more at the vet
Virbac-branded topical, dispensed at routine vet mark-up. Online pharmacies sell the same 76 ml bottle for roughly half.
Common side effects
- Local skin thinning if overused
Not a complete list. Always read the patient information leaflet and speak to your vet about side effects.
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How to get a written prescription
The CMA Order is legally binding by 23 September 2026. Every UK vet must offer a written prescription on request, with the fee capped at £21 for the first medicine plus £12.5 per additional medicine on the same prescription. Take the prescription to any VMD-approved online pharmacy listed above.
Common questions
- How long can I use Cortavance for?
- Generally up to 7 days on a given area, then reassess with the vet. Long-term use can thin the skin.
- Is the spray different from steroid tablets?
- Yes - it is absorbed locally with minimal systemic effect, which is why it is often preferred for spot treatment.
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Pricing data status: indicative. Last verified 2026-05-15. Pharmacies change prices regularly, always confirm before purchase. Not medical advice.