Atopica Cyclosporine Oral Solution for Cats 100mg/ml

Controls Allergic Dermatitis in Cats

Product Description

Atopica for Cats is a prescription oral solution that contains cyclosporine and is used to manage allergic dermatitis in cats that are at least six months old. It is a non-steroid medication that works by adjusting the immune response rather than suppressing it like steroids do. This helps ease itching, calm inflamed skin, and reduce lesions caused by issues such as miliary dermatitis and overgrooming that leads to hair loss. Because it comes in a liquid form, dosing can be carefully adjusted based on your cat’s weight. It also allows for flexible long-term use, including gradual dose reductions once symptoms are under control.

Benefits

• Proven Lesion Reduction: Demonstrated 65.1 percent reduction in total lesion scores in controlled field studies.
• Controls Itching: Significantly improves pruritus and reduces self-trauma associated with allergic dermatitis.
• Steroid Free Option: Provides immune-targeted therapy without corticosteroids or antihistamines.
• Flexible Maintenance Dosing: Allows tapering to every other day or twice weekly after clinical improvement.
• Weight-Based Accuracy: Oral syringe delivers precise 3.2 mg per lb dosing for individualized treatment.

Variants

• 5 ml
• 17 ml

Ingredients

Composition Table

How to Use

Recommended-Dosage Chart

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Initial Treatment: Administer 3.2 mg per lb once daily for at least four to six weeks.
• Dose Tapering: Reduce frequency to every other day or twice weekly after clinical improvement.
• Meal Consistency: Administer just after feeding and maintain a consistent schedule regarding meals and timing.
• Missed Dose: Give the next dose as soon as possible without doubling or exceeding once daily.
• Syringe Handling: Do not rinse or clean the oral dosing syringe between uses.
• Prescription Required: Use only under the order and supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Assembling The Dispensing System

• The dispensing system includes four components provided with the product. These parts are designed to ensure accurate withdrawal and administration of the prescribed dose.
• The system contains a glass bottle with a rubber stopper and screw cap, a plastic adapter with a dip tube, an oral dosing syringe, and a plastic storage vial for the syringe.
• The adapter must remain in the bottle after initial setup.

• To assemble, remove, and retain the screw cap from the bottle. Remove and discard the rubber stopper.
• Place the open bottle upright on a flat surface. Insert the plastic adapter into the neck of the bottle and press down firmly until fully seated. The adapter should remain in place for the duration of use.

• After inserting the adapter, close the bottle using the screw cap. To engage the child-resistant feature, press down on the cap while turning it to secure properly.
• Store the oral dosing syringe in the provided plastic vial between uses.

Additional Information

Precautions

• FeLV FIV Testing: Test cats negative for FeLV and FIV prior to starting treatment.
• Malignancy Risk: Avoid use in cats with a history of malignant disorders or suspected cancer.
• Toxoplasma Exposure: Prevent exposure to Toxoplasma gondii in seronegative cats during treatment.
• Diabetes Caution: Use carefully in cats with diabetes mellitus or renal insufficiency.
• Drug Interactions: Exercise caution with medications affecting the P-450 enzyme system.

Possible Side Effects

• Vomiting Episodes: Most commonly reported reaction, often resolving with continued treatment.
• Weight Loss: May cause decreased body weight and reduced appetite in some cats.
• Digestive Upset: Diarrhea and hypersalivation have been reported during treatment.
• Lethargy Signs: Some cats experienced malaise or decreased activity levels.
• Behavior Changes: Hiding, hyperactivity, or aggression were observed in clinical studies.

Storage Information

• Room Temperature: Store at controlled room temperature between 59 and 77°F.
• Original Container: Dispense and store only in the original amber glass bottle.
• Post Opening Use: Use within two months for 5 mL and eleven weeks for 17 mL bottles.
• Child Safety: Keep tightly closed and out of reach of children.

Shipping & Return

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Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is Atopica for Cats used for?

Ans: Atopica for Cats is used to manage allergic dermatitis in felines, including conditions such as skin lesions from scratching, miliary dermatitis, eosinophilic plaques, and hair loss caused by excessive grooming. It is approved for cats that are at least six months of age and weigh a minimum of 3 pounds. The medication works by adjusting the immune system response that contributes to allergic skin issues.

Q2: How long does it take for Atopica for Cats to work?

Ans: The manufacturer recommends daily dosing for a minimum of four to six weeks or until clinical signs resolve. In field studies, significant reductions in lesion scores and pruritus were observed during the six-week controlled treatment period. Individual response times may vary.

Q3: Can Atopica for Cats be given with food?

Ans: Yes, Atopica for Cats may be administered directly into the mouth or on a small amount of food just after feeding. To minimize variability in absorption, it should be given consistently with regard to meals and time of day.

Q4: Is Atopica for Cats a steroid?

Ans: No, Atopica for Cats is not a corticosteroid or antihistamine. It contains cyclosporine, an immunomodulating agent that suppresses specific T cell activity and inhibits interleukin 2, targeting the immune mechanisms involved in allergic dermatitis.

Q5: Does Atopica for Cats require a prescription?

Ans: Yes, Atopica for Cats is restricted by Federal law to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. It is a systemic immunosuppressant and must be prescribed and monitored by a veterinary professional.