Our vet has him on 3 different medications. Quite a few dogs developed skin, ear and urinary tract infections. Dogs can simply stop taking the medication at any time.What if your vet wants to change to Apoquel when your dog is already on a steroid? It’s also unsuitable for pregnant, breeding or lactating dogs.When Apoquel for dogs first hit the market in 2014, it was hailed as a wonder drug.Having a medicine that provides relief to itchy dogs within four hours, and controls the itch completely within a day, was great news for desperate dog owners.But given that the drug disrupts a dog’s immune system, some pet owners remain wary of the long-term consequences.In so-called ‘margin of safety’ studies conducted by the manufacturer on 12 month old dogs, there were incidences of warts, cysts and abnormal or swollen lymph nodes.It also lowered white and red blood cell counts, although not below the normal range.Safety studies performed on dogs less than six months old were discontinued as some of them developed bacterial pneumonia and mange.So are these potential issues something you should be worried about when using apoquel for dogs?The most common side effects were vomiting and diarrhea. That’s why, in the case of long-term treatment, blood tests should be done after the first three months, and then every year.There has been a lot written recently about Apoquel causing cancer.One should, however, keep in mind that the dogs might have developed cancer anyway. I had a long wait for the first Rx for apoquel in 2014 when first introduced in the US.my (now) 8 yr old/22lb pup was a mess and nothing would stop her gnawing and scratching ! Hydroxyzine is not FDA approved for veterinary use, but it can be used for dogs relatively safely with the approv… There are two formulations of hydroxyzine being used in dogs.

2 doses a day for 2 weeks then 1 dose daily after that.My dog is an 80 lbs pit. We are just starting our journey.

Here’s to many happy years with my girl!Hi my bracco has just turned two her allergies started last year, she was biting at one of her feet, and scratching at her body (no fleas she’s on nexguard chewable) it was becoming so bad with this one foot it was turning pink, she was starting to have tiny bald spots and then thinning hair, got her to the vets, she had an anesthetic they took skin scrapings and did all the tests for all the common allergens food and environmental, it turns out her allergies are to cows milk, beef, venison, and the common house dust mite, the last cannot be completely erradicated! For a dog weighing between 20 and 29.9lbs, one 5.4mg tablet daily is sufficient.Very small breeds, weighing between 6.6 and 9.9lbs should take the lowest dosage. for her as the 1/2 she is prescribed by the Vet. Let me tell you more … so you can keep your dog itch-free and safe. This will help you to make the right decision to ensure the best possible quality of life for your pup.And, of course, the ideal treatment is to get to the core of the problem, not just alleviating the symptoms. Reply. Dogs with urinary or intestinal obstruction may also have complications. I resisted apoquel for a long time due to misinformation. I will try Apoquel knowing the side effects. Missy Says: April 4th, 2016 at 5:07 am. Very insightful and offers alternatives for those of us who are on the fence.
I highly recommend allergy testing, followed up with allergy shots to address your pet’s allergens! Conundrum for sure.In the past, my vet prescribed a 14 day regiment of Apoquel for my dog. The drug is an anti-inflammatory, which can open airways that are inflamed by allergic reaction, allowing dogs to breathe normally.Vets can also prescribe it to treat inflamed, itchy skin from conditions such as dermatitis or Dogs can take the medication orally, and they should follow the regimen until a vet advises that treatment should stop, even if the dog is showing signs of recovery from symptoms.It should only be given to dogs with a prescription and veterinary supervision.

It doesn’t treat the cause of the allergy, but does block the symptoms very quickly.This gives vets and owners some breathing room to discover and treat the dog’s underlying condition. Very very happy Kenzie, Mom and Dad! Eventually their hair thins and falls out. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Oclacitinib (Apoquel®): a newer allergy medicine for dogs. Please research this drug, in my opinion it is very dangerous.I’m SO glad to see that someone else sees how terrible the side effects of this drug are!!! And all the medicines used for allergies in dogs have similar side effects, as they all suppress some part the immune system.If you’re worried about potential risks for your dog from Apoquel, talk to your vet about your concerns. Also about Apoquel side effects in dogs who use it for a long time, considering the effects on their immune system.With so much information and debate out there, it can be difficult to decide if Apoquel is right for your pup. It’s caused by an overreaction of the immune system to something in the environment. Today we find out if she stays off Apoquel or goes on long-term 1 dose per day. Copyright © 2016-2020 DogHealthCoach.com All rights reserved.We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. However,  always check with your vet before beginning your dog on a new medication.But does that mean Apoquel for dogs is entirely safe?Apoquel is only safe for dogs over a year old. It might also be the best long term option for constant and severe distress from atopic dermatitis.But it’s important to be an informed customer. Her quality of life greatly improved within an hour of the first dose.