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Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml Description
Atopica for Cats is a useful treatment for chronic atopic dermatitis. A revolutionary medication, this product controls atopic dermatitis, which is the most prevalent allergy-related skin condition in cats.
Which animals/pets is Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml for?
For use in kittens (ages 6 months and up; 3 pounds and up) and cats.
Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml uses
Features of Atopica for Cats:
- Most cats love the palatable flavor
- Easily-administered medication
- Works to reduce skin lesions and itching
- Controls skin allergies
What does Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml do?
This medication has antipruritic and anti-inflammatory effects in treating allergic dermatitis. It works to specifically target immune cells that are involved in allergic responses, such as mast cells, eosinophils, Langerhans cells, and T-lymphocytes. It prevents inflammatory molecule release, including histamines and cytokines, which breaks the cycle of itching and scratching.
Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml side effects
Rarely, the following reactions have occurred:
- Anorexia
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Vomiting
Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml ingredients
Cyclosporine oral solution
Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml overdose: What to do?
Contact your nearest emergency animal clinic.
What to know before using Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml
Atopica is known as a systemic immunosuppressant. As such, it can cause an increase in susceptibility to infections and neoplasia development. Out of 205 cats in a field study, one cat died as a result of effusive feline infectious peritonitis.
How is Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml sold?
5 ml or 17 ml vials in 100 mg/ml strength
Manufacturer
Elanco
Tips for using Atopica for Cats 100mg/ml
Potential symptoms of allergic skin conditions include:
- Hair loss
- Skin lesions
- Licking
- Chewing
- Itching
- Face or neck lesions
Overview
Give 3.2 mg/lb (7 mg/kg) by mouth 1x a day for 4-6 weeks or until resolution of clinical signs. Following this, the dose may be tapered to every other day or twice weekly as needed to maintain the therapeutic effect. Dosing of the liquid formulation is accomplished by a syringe that is marked with weight bands for easy dosing.
Main Ingredients
Cyclosporine oral solution............100mg/ml