Atopica

Dermatitis ATOPICA by Novartis

More than 7 million dogs in the United States suffer from atopic dermatitis, making it the most common allergic skin disease affecting dogs. Atopic dermatitis results from a hypersensitivity to common environmental allergens such as pollens, molds and dust mites. It affects dogs of all ages, but usually starts in the first three to five years of life.
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Atopica by Novartis

Atopica is a new therapy for the control of atopic dermatitis, the most common allergic skin disease in dogs. Unlike other frequently prescribed products, ATOPICA selectively targets certain specific immune cells responsible for the dog’s allergic response.

How ATOPICA Works:s:
ATOPICA is a new therapy that differs from traditional therapies. While those therapies may provide quick relief, some can cause numerous side effects, especially after they’ve been given for an extended period of time. Side effects develop because steroids affect many different organs. ATOPICA, on the other hand, inhibits activation of certain specific immune cells involved in the allergic reaction.

Description and Composition
Soft gel capsule available in 4 strenghts.
ATOPICA dog medication contains 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg or 100 mg Cyclosporine A per capsule

Prescription Required

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Atopica by Novartis Information

Generic Name: Cyclosporine (sy-klo-spor’-een) capsule

Manufacturer: Novartis Animal Health

Brand Name: Atopica

Indications: Atopica capsule is a selective immunomodulator. It is used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis in dogs.

Availability: Atopica capsule is a prescription medication available as oral soft capsules packaged in blister packs.

How to use Atopica:
Cyclosporine capsule is FDA approved for use in veterinary medicine for dogs at least 6 months of age and at least 4.5 lbs. The usual dose is 2.5mg/pound. Dogs 4.5-6.5lbs give 1 x 10mg capsule, 6.6-8.5lbs give 2 x 10mg capsules, 8.6-17.5lbs give 1 x 25mg capsule, 17.6-32.9lbs give 1 x 50mg capsule, 33-63.7lbs give 1 x 100mg capsule, 63.8-78.9lbs give 1 x 100mg and 1 x 50mg capsules and for dogs 79-120lbs give 2 x 100mg capsules. The medication should be given 2 hours before or after feeding. Atopica is initially given once a day 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 to 4 days.

What are the side effects of Atopica:
Side effects of Atopical capsule include GI disturbances such as vomiting, soft stool or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild and transient. Other side effects that occur very rarely include, muscle cramps, muscle weakness, loss of appetite, gingival hypertrophy and change of hair coat.