Atopica, Dermatitis Treatment, Itch Relief for Dogs, Oral Capsules, 50 mg

Pregnant women and people who are allergic to this drug should be very careful not to accidentally take it. Because this drug has a higher risk for causing birth defects, pregnant women should wear disposable gloves when giving doses or handling the drug and avoid inhaling any dust from split or crushed tablets.

Skin or eyes exposed to powder or liquids containing the drug should immediately be washed or rinsed off thoroughly.

Immunosuppressant

Cyclosporine is used to prevent rejection of transplanted organs, treat skin and blood conditions that are caused by over active immune systems, and is also useful in allowing healing of sores around the anus (ie, perianal fistulas) that do not respond to other treatments. The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has approved a cyclosporine product (Atopica®) for use in dogs to treat atopic dermatitis. The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has also approved several cyclosporine products for use in humans, but these are not officially approved for use in animals. The FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe products containing this drug in different species or for other conditions in certain situations. You and your veterinarian can discuss why this drug is the most appropriate choice.