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Atopica For Dogs rx

$23.92

What is Atopica?

AtopicaTM (cyclosporine capsules) is a proven product for atopic dermatitis for dogs. It targets the cause of the problem to help reduce the incessant scratching, rubbing and licking.

Atopica requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

For:

Dogs (at least 6 months of age and weighing at least 4 pounds)

Benefits:

  • Effective in reducing itching and skin lesions
  • No need of any more steroids
  • Safe to use over long periods
  • No serious side effects

Cautions:

For use only in dogs. Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children. Capsules should not be broken or opened. Wear gloves during administration and wash hands after. Do not use Atopica in dogs with a history of neoplasia, reproducing dogs, or dogs with a hypersensitivity to cyclosporine. Atopica is a systemic immunosuppressant that may increase the susceptibility to infection and the development of neoplasia. Be sure to tell your veterinarian what other medications your pet is currently using.

Brand Name

Atopica (Novartis)

Generic Name

Cyclosporine Modified

What happens if I miss giving a dose:

Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and give the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.

Possible side effects of Atopica:

If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Atopica and seek emergency veterinary care; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, and hives). Other less serious side effects may occur. Continue giving Atopica and talk to your veterinarian if your pet develops vomiting, soft stools or diarrhea, muscle cramps, muscle weakness, loss of appetite, and change of hair coat.

Storage:

Should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep away from pets and children.

Directions:

Give Atopica as directed by your veterinarian. Give Atopica 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Have plenty of water available for the pet to drink. Do not remove a capsule from the blister pack until required for use. When the capsule is removed from the blister pack there is a characteristic, noticeable smell which is normal.

Dosage:

PetWeightDosage
Dogs: (Over 6 months of age)4-6.5 lbsGive one 10mg capsule once a day for 30 days to start. Following this initial daily treatment period, your veterinarian may recommend that the dose be tapered by decreasing the frequency of dosing to every other day or two times a week, until a minimum frequency is reached which will maintain the desired therapeutic effect
 6.6-9 lbsGive two 10mg capsules as a single dose once a day for 30 days to start. Following this initial daily treatment period, your veterinarian may recommend that the dose be tapered by decreasing the frequency of dosing to every other day or two times a week, until a minimum frequency is reached which will maintain the desired therapeutic effect
 9.1-16 lbsGive one 25mg capsule once a day for 30 days to start. Following this initial daily treatment period, your veterinarian may recommend that the dose be tapered by decreasing the frequency of dosing to every other day or two times a week, until a minimum frequency is reached which will maintain the desired therapeutic effect
 16.1-33 lbsGive one 50mg capsule once a day for 30 days to start. Following this initial daily treatment period, your veterinarian may recommend that the dose be tapered by decreasing the frequency of dosing to every other day or two times a week, until a minimum frequency is reached which will maintain the desired therapeutic effect
 33.1-64 lbsGive one 100mg capsule once a day for 30 days to start. Following this initial daily treatment period, your veterinarian may recommend that the dose be tapered by decreasing the frequency of dosing to every other day or two times a week, until a minimum frequency is reached which will maintain the desired therapeutic effect
 64.1-79 lbsGive one 100mg capsule AND one 50mg capsule as a single dose once a day for 30 days to start. Following this initial daily treatment period, your veterinarian may recommend that the dose be tapered by decreasing the frequency of dosing to every other day or two times a week, until a minimum frequency is reached which will maintain the desired therapeutic effect
 79.1-121 lbsGive two 100mg capsules as a single dose once a day for 30 days to start. Following this initial daily treatment period, your veterinarian may recommend that the dose be tapered by decreasing the frequency of dosing to every other day or two times a week, until a minimum frequency is reached which will maintain the desired therapeutic effect
Cats:XX
Horses:X

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Atopica Green for Dogs 4-9 lbs:

Active IngredientsAmount
Cyclosporine10 mg

Atopica Yellow for Dogs 9.1-16 lbs:

Active IngredientsAmount
Cyclosporine25 mg

Atopica Purple for Dogs 16.1-33 lbs

Active IngredientsAmount
Cyclosporine50 mg

Atopica Blue for Dogs 33.1-64 lbs

Active IngredientsAmount
Cyclosporine100 mg
  • Effective in reducing itching and skin lesions
  • No need of any more steroids
  • Safe to use over long periods
  • No serious side effects

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