Atopica For Dogs - Bandana Rx

Strength	Supply Size	Name	Price
10 mg	15 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 10 mg 15 Capsule Box	$23.92
10 mg	30 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 10 mg 30 Capsule Box	$47.84
25 mg	15 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 25 mg 15 Capsule Box	$27.07
25 mg	30 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 25 mg 30 Capsule Box	$54.14
50 mg	15 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 50 mg 15 Capsule Box	$43.40
50 mg	30 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 50 mg 30 Capsule Box	$86.80
100 mg	15 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 100 mg 15 Capsule Box	$76.24
100 mg	30 Capsule Box	Atopica For Dogs 100 mg 30 Capsule Box	$152.47

What is Atopica?

Atopica^TM (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:

Pet	Weight	Dosage
Dogs: (Over 6 months of age)	4-6.5 lbs	Give 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 lbs	Give 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 lbs	Give 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 lbs	Give 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 lbs	Give 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 lbs	Give 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 lbs	Give 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
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