Apoquel is a specifically formulated treatment that eliminates itching due to atopic dermatitis and allergic dermatitis in dogs. It starts working within 4 hours of administration and removes itching completely by 24 hours. Apoquel also treats food allergies and alleviates skin irritation quickly. This product can be successfully treat dogs that are more than 12 months old and weigh more than 6.6lbs.
How It Works?
Apoquel is a fast relieving formula for long and short term itch. The active ingredient Oclacitinib in the product acts as a Janus Kinase Inhibitor(JAK) which stops the functioning of cytokines associated with inflammation and pruritis in the dog’s body.
Ingredients
Oclacitinib maleate
Manufacturer
ZoetisOne must administer the tablets as per the weight of the dog.
Dosage:
Weight | Amount |
6.6 -9.9 lbs | ½ tablet of 3.6 mg twice daily until 14 days |
10-14.9 lbs | ½ tablet of 5.4 mg twice daily until 14 days |
15-19.9 lbs | 3.6 mg tablet twice daily until 14 days |
20-29.9 lbs | 5.4 mg tablet twice daily until 14 days |
30-44.9 lbs | ½ tablet of 16mg twice daily until 14 days |
45-59.9 lbs | 2 tablets of 5.4mg twice daily until 14 days |
60-89.9 lbs | 1 tablet of 16mg twice daily until 14 days |
90-129.9 lbs | 1 ½ tablet of 16mg twice daily until 14 days |
130-175.9 lbs | 2 tablets of 16mg twice daily until 14 days |
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