Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc. (OCLS)

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Oculus Innovative Sciences introduces MicrocynAH next-gen dermatology products with dimethicone for animals

Petaluma, California
Saturday, September 26, 2015, 12:00 Hrs [IST]
Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company, announced the introduction of two new MicrocynAH dermatology products for animals. MicrocynAH anti-itch spray gel and MicrocynAH hot spot spray gel both contain the soothing dimethicone skin protectant in combination with the patented Microcyn technology, which is supported by 45 patents and over 30 clinical studies worldwide.

They effectively help to relieve the pain and itch of skin irritations, lacerations, abrasions and minor burns and are also cleared for the management of irritation and pain from minor sunburn.

"This major advance in MicrocynAH animal dermatology products is most significant," said Dan McFadden, vice president of animal wellness for Oculus Innovative Sciences.

"Now, for the first time ever, consumers will have available to them a unique and patented dermatology spray gel with dimethicone for the management of hot spots and pruritus that is proven effective. These next-generation products relieve the itch and pain associated with annoying skin afflictions in all animals including dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, exotics and even livestock."

Hot spots, also known as acute moist dermatitis, are red, moist, hot and irritated lesions that are typically found on a dog's head, hip or chest area. Hot spots often grow at an alarming rate within a short period of time because dogs tend to lick, chew and scratch the affected areas, further irritating the skin. Hot spots can become quite painful. Anything that irritates the skin and causes a dog to scratch or lick himself can start a hot spot. Hot spots can be caused by allergic reactions, insect, mite or flea bites, poor grooming, underlying ear or skin infections and constant licking and chewing prompted by stress or boredom.

Itching or pruritus is an unpleasant sensation within the skin that provokes the desire to scratch. Itching is a sign, not a diagnosis or specific disease. The most common causes of itching are parasites, infections and allergies. Itching may develop because of secondary bacterial or yeast infections.

According to the Freedonia Group, an international industry market research firm, the demand for animal health products in the United States is forecast to increase 3.9 per cent annually to $12.7 billion in 2016. Animal healthcare is a relatively recession-resistant industry as it is regarded as a necessary expense of animal ownership or husbandry. Furthermore, as pet owners increasingly treat their companion animals as members of the family, pets' lifespans will continue to lengthen, driving strong sales of health products.



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