Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs

What is Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs?

Apoquel is a prescription medication that treats and controls itching and inflammation in dogs caused by allergic conditions such as flea allergy, food allergy, contact allergy, and atopic dermatitis. It provides fast relief, with onset of action within 4 hours and effective itch control within 24 hours. Chewable tablets are designed for improved palatability, making dosing easier for dogs that resist traditional pills. Apoquel requires a prescription from your veterinarian and is sold per cheawble tablet in multiple strengths, including 3.6 mg, 5.4 mg, and 16 mg.

Suitable For:

• Dogs (Over 12 months old and 6.6 lbs, with Itching & Inflammation from Allergies)

Benefits:

• Begins working within 4 hours and effectively controls itching within 24 hours to stop your dog from scratching, licking, and chewing quickly!
• Safe for short term and long term usage in dogs 12 months and older.
• Can be used along with many other common medications, including parasiticides, antibiotics, vaccines, NSAIDs, and other allergen-specific immunotherapy (allergy shots or drops).
• Not a steroid, antihistamine, or cyclosporine — targets itch at its source with minimal impact on immune function.
• Controls pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis.
• Chewable tablet is available in a tasty, pork-liver flavor that makes for easy dosing.

How does Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs work?

Apoquel is a selective janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor, which targets pruritogenic (itch creating) cytokines. It effectively controls itching due to food allergies, flea allergies, contact dermatitis, and atopic dermatitis. Apoquel works to control pruritus for fast-acting relief, and provides significant short-term and long-term reduction of itching and inflammation.

Cautions:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Do not use Apoquel or Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs in dogs less than 12 months of age or in dogs with skin infections. Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs may increase the chances of developing serious infections, and may cause existing parasitic skin infestations or pre-existing cancers to get worse. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment in dogs with a history of recurrence of these conditions. Clinical studies and post-approval evaluations identified both benign and malignant neoplastic conditions. Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogss have not been evaluated for use alongside certain medications, including those frequently prescribed for skin conditions (like corticosteroids and cyclosporine.) Avoid using in dogs that are breeding, pregnant, or nursing. Common side effects include vomiting and diarrhea. Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogss can be used safely alongside many common medications such as including parasiticides, antibiotics, topical products for bacterial skin infections, and vaccines.

Brand Name

Apoquel

Generic Name

oclacitinib (ah-clas-eh-tee-nib)

Manufacturer:

Zoetis

What is the most important thing I should know about Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs?

Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs is used to relieve itching and inflammation caused by a variety of diagnoses, including allergic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs to my pet?

Tell your veterinarian if your pet has ever had an allergic reaction to the medication, or if your pet has any allergies to pork.

How should Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs be given?

The dose of Apoquel Chewable Tablets for Dogs is 0.18 to 0.27 mg/lb of body weight. See Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs Dosage Chart.

What are the potential side effects of Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs?

Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs may increase susceptibility to infection, including demodicosis. It may also exacerbate neoplastic conditions. Adverse reactions reported in a masked field study included diarrhea, vomiting, anorexia, new cutaneous or subcutaneous lumps, profuse salivation, and lethargy. In most cases, diarrhea, vomiting, anorexia, and lethargy spontaneously resolved with continued dosing. Contact your veterinarian if you see abnormal skin changes, dermal lumps, or growths after your dog has consumed Apoquel.

What happens if I miss giving a dose of Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs?

Give the missed dose with food as soon as you remember and resume a regular dosing schedule.

What happens if I overdose my pet on Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs?

Contact your veterinarian immediately for medical attention, or visit your closest emergency animal hospital..

What should I avoid while giving Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs to my pet?

Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs should not be given to dogs younger than 12 months or those with serious infections. Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs should not be used in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs. Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogs usage has not been evaluated in combination with glucocorticoids, cyclosporine, or other systemic immunosuppressive agents. Dogs taking Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib) Tablets for Dogss should be monitored for any developing harmful side effects and infections, including demodicosis and neoplasia.

What other drugs will affect Apoquel (oclacitinib chewable tablet) Chewable for Dogs?

Talk to your veterinarian before giving any prescription or over the counter medications.