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My dog has skin issues and ear infection. Is Mometamax for ears?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 1 year old | 40 lbs

Skin dermatitis. Redness loss of fur. Otitis on ears. Given Momentax. Is that for ears. What for skin. Allergies or dermatitis

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 4th, 2017

Mometamax is for the ears. If your do has an allergic dermatitis then he may need an oral antibiotic, anti-histamine, corticosteroid, and/or other medications to help clear up the skin issue. You could also bathe him with a medicated dog shampoo and see if that helps his skin.

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