Zoetis Apoquel for dogs, 10 Tabs

Features:
APOQUEL is the first medicine specifically designed to target canine allergic itch and inflammation. Works differently from steroids and cyclosporine. 
Nonsteroidal APOQUEL targets specific cytokines that cause itch and inflammation, relieving symptoms of allergic skin disease with minimal impact on the immune system.

Benefits:

• Relief begins within 4 hours.
• Controls allergic itch within 24 hours.
• Significant long-term itch reduction.
• Significant skin inflammation reduction.
• Safe to use in dogs 12 months of age and older.
• Side effects were similar to placebo over the short term.
• The most common side effects in a short-term clinical trial included vomiting and diarrhea and were self-limiting 4.
• Can be used long-term for maintenance therapy.
• Can be used concomitantly with many medications, including NSAIDs, anti-infectives, parasiticides, antifungals, and allergen-specific immunotherapy 23.
• The use of APOQUEL has not been evaluated in combination with other systemic immunosuppressants, such as corticosteroids and cyclosporine.
• Not for use in dogs with serious infections or for use in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs.

Indications:

• Control of pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis and control of atopic dermatitis in dogs at least 12 months of age.

Important Safety Information:

• Do not use APOQUEL in dogs less than 12 months of age or those with serious infections. 
• APOQUEL may increase the chances of developing serious infections and may cause existing parasitic skin infestations or pre-existing cancers to get worse. 
• Consider the risks and benefits of treatment in dogs with a history of recurrence of these conditions.
• Do not use in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs. The most common side effects are vomiting and diarrhea. 
• APOQUEL has been used safely with many common medications including parasiticides, antibiotics, and vaccines.

Dose:

• The dose of APOQUEL tablets is 0.18 to 0.27 mg/lb (0.4 to 0.6 mg/kg).
• APOQUEL should be given twice daily (BID) for up to 14 days of therapy and once daily (SID) for maintenance.
• APOQUEL may be given with or without food.
• APOQUEL may be discontinued without tapering.