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My cat's ringworm keeps coming back. What oral medicine works?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 21 days old

My cat ( male 4 months ) was infected with ringworm a month ago and been treated with apple cider vinegar. but now he has it again what oral medicine should i give him . He have it on the ears head and the back ..

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 17th, 2017

Topical ointment or systemic treatment formulations are available. Itraconazole is one of the most effective active molecules in these cases. Discuss it with your veterinarian and have it prescribed. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation (where you can post pictures ) if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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