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Learn about cyclosporine, an immune-modulating medication used to treat skin allergies in cats and dogs.
Updated on October 29th, 2025
Looking to compare Apoquel vs. Cyclosporine? Visit Petco for a detailed breakdown.
Updated on October 29th, 2025
Learn about Apoquel (Oclacitnib) today. Petco is here to answer all your dog allergy treatment questions including dosage, side effects, administration & more.
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Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! Cyclosporine IS distributed in the milk and there have been no studies proving it's safety for nursing puppies. The drug is not recommended that women nurse their babies while on it. I would call your Vet to discuss an alternative. I wish you the best!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
It sounds like you may need a prescription strength medicine to help your dog become more comfortable. Your vet will need to examine your dog to ensure they are otherwise healthy (and to start a valid client/ patient/ vet relationship to legally dispense medicine) and then will decide which medicine would work best. There are newer products such as Apoquel and Cytopoint which may be appropriate. Your vet may also suggest an eye ointment to apply. You are welcome to request a consultation with one of the Boop by Petco veterinarians to prepare for your vet visit.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Hello, and thanks for using Boop by Petco. Poor Kylo, that skin looks pretty uncomfortable! Unfortunately in order to prescribe medication we are legally required to have examined the animal to establish a “vet-client-patient relationship” so we cannot call in prescriptions with online consults. You will need to touch base with your regular vet to get Kylo’s medication.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Fighting secondary skin infections and allergies is tough. Drugs like prednisone and Apoquel are used to control inflammation. In some cases, we add a drug in an effort to taper prednisone if long term immunosuppression is needed. Ideally, long term immunosuppressives should be avoided but in some cases are needed. You should consider discussing referral to a veterinary dermatologist for intradermal skin testing.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Hello. I am not sure if Apoquel or Cytopoint are available in the UK, but they have worked very well for many itchy dogs here. If not, chronic steroid use may be the only thing to keep her comfortable ( have you tried Atopica ?). She should be on a good omega 6 fish oil supplement & possibly a hypoallergenic diet. Antihistamines do not always work, but some dogs will require less steroids with antihistamines like loratadine, cetirizine or hydroxyzine. Sometimes you have to weigh the risks of a medication vs. the benefits. As long as you closely monitor Lily's health for the most notorious side effects with regular blood work, then any problems can be addressed very early. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on August 12th, 2025