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Atopica
Atopica (Click for Larger Image)  
Atopica is an oral soft capsule for the treatment of skin allergies in dogs. Signs of skin allergies are scratching, licking, gnawing, chewing, skin infections, hair loss, terrible odor and sleepless nights. Atopica specifically targets the immune cells involved in the allergic reaction and provides the following benefits:
  • Allows you to control your dog's problem without steroids
  • Proven effective in the majority of problem dogs
  • Significantly reduces itching and skin lesions
  • Safe to use over long periods without serious side effects associated with steroids
  • Administer just one dose a day to keep your dog in a control zone of comfort
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Brand Name
Atopica
 
Generic Name
Cyclosporine (sy-klo-spor’-een) Modified capsule
 

What is the most important information I should know about Atopica: Notify your veterinarian immediately if your pet develops fever or chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, pale stools, or darkened urine. These symptoms could be early signs of dangerous side effects.

What is Atopica: Atopica (cyclosporine modified) is an immunosuppressant available by prescription. Atopica is FDA approved for use in the treatment of atopic dermatitis in dogs at least 6 months of age and at least 4.5 pounds. Cyclosporine is not FDA approved for veterinary use in cats. However, it is a commonly accepted practice for veterinarians to use this medication in cats. Atopica is available as 10mg, 25mg, 50mg and 100mg blister packs, each containing 15 capsules. The usual dose of Atopica in dogs is 2.5mg/pound and for cats the usual dose is 2.3-3.1mg/pound. The medication is usually given once a day to start until satisfactory improvement is seen, usually 4 to 8 weeks. The medication can then be given every other day until the clinical signs of atopic dermatitis are satisfactorily controlled, then the medication can be given every 3 or 4 days.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Atopica: Tell your veterinarian if your pet has liver disease, kidney disease, cancer, high blood pressure, a viral, bacterial or fungal infection, or any other serious or chronic condition. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating, and if you plan to breed your pet.

How should this medication be given: Give Atopica exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand these directions, ask your veterinarian or pharmacist to explain them to you. Always give Atopica 2 hours before or 2 hours after a meal. Allow plenty of water 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. Your veterinarian may want your pet to have regularly scheduled blood tests during treatment to monitor effectiveness and side effects. Store Atopica at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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.

What happens if I overdose the pet: Seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.

What should I avoid while giving Atopica to my pet: The safe use in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been determined. Do not use Atopica in dogs with known allergy to the medication. The drug should not be used in dogs with kidney disease, stomach ulcers, and certain blood disorders. Prolonged use of Atopica can result in bacterial or fungal infection related to a decreased effect of the immune system.

What are the possible side effects of Atopica: If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Atopica and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; 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. Other side effects may occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.

What other drugs will affect Atopica: There are many drug/drug interactions that occur when taking Atopica. Tell your veterinarian what medications your pet is currently using and any new products, including herbal remedies you may start to give. Drug/drug interactions could cause a decrease in effectiveness or an increase in side effects of either Atopica or the other medication being given. Examples of medications that may cause drug/drug interactions are; SMZ-TMP (Bactrim, Septra), gentamicin, etodolac (EtoGesic), piroxicam (Feldene), ketoconazole (Nizoral), cimetidine (Tagamet), ranitidine (Zantac), itraconoazole (Sporanox), methylprednisolone (Medrol), erythromycin, Allopurinol (Zyloprim), metoclopramide (Reglan), prednisOLOne, digoxin (Lanoxin), any type of vaccination.

Where can I get more information: Your pharmacist has additional information about Atopica written for health professionals that you can read. 



This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.
 
The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.
 
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