Innovation in animal health

Skin problems in pets are a serious problem. For the dog, no doubt. But also for the carer and the veterinarian. Atopic dermatitis, for example, affects 10-15% of the canine population, which translates into a significant percentage of veterinary consultations. 

Handling is complicated and often only manages to relieve the itching, without preventing outbreaks from recurring. Therefore, the approach must change and focus on dermo-repair.

When a dog suffers from severe skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis, the skin barrier loses its protective function and becomes permeable. Water evaporates and the skin becomes dehydrated. Allergens enter easily, which can trigger an inflammatory reaction. This is why it is so important to repair the skin and preserve the proper functioning of the skin barrier: to prevent transepidermal water loss and stop the entry of allergens.

And that is precisely the role of Atopivet® Collar, an innovative product for dogs and cats that helps to maintain skin integrity. Its active ingredient, Biosfeen®, is a unique animal-derived sphingolipid extract containing ceramides and a high sphingomyelin content, which promotes skin barrier health. The plasticiser opens the polymer network, allowing Biosfeen to be released from the collar and spread through the stratum corneum via skin lipids, taking advantage of its lipophilic nature. 

Epidermal lipids are expected to act as a vehicle to allow the active ingredient to move across the skin surface for approximately 2 months. During this time, Atopivet Collar helps to maintain skin integrity.