There are many drug to drug interactions that may occur when taking cyclosporine modified. Tell your veterinarian what medications your pet is currently using and any new products, including herbal remedies you may startto give. Drug to drug interactions could decrease the effectiveness and/or increase the side effects of cyclosporine modified or the other medication. Examples of medications that may cause drug/drug interactionsare: SMZ-TMP (Bactrim, Septra), gentamicin, etodolac (EtoGesic), piroxicam (Feldene), ketoconazole (Nizoral), cimetidine (Tagamet), ranitidine (Zantac), itraconazole (Sporanox), methylprednisolone (Medrol), erythromycin, Allopurinol (Zyloprim), metoclopramide (Reglan), prednisolone, digoxin (Lanoxin), or any other type of vaccination.
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Description
Cyclosporine (Modified) capsules a generic to Atopica, are used for the treatment of atopic dermatitisin dogs, which is a non-contagious skin disease characterized by chronic inflammation of the skin.
Medical Use
Treating of atopic dermititis.
Animals Treated
For dogs and cats over 6 months of age and over 4 pounds in weight.
Key Benefits
- Cyclosporine treats atopic dermatitis, which can come with any of the following symptoms: scratching, licking, chewing, skin infections, hair loss, bad odors, and sleepless nights
- Safe and more affordable alternative to steroid shots
How It Works
Cyclosporine targets cells in the immune system that cause the allergic reaction in your pet.Dosage varies, and can taper off to fewer doses after several weeks. Consult with your veterinarian for specifictreatment details.Ingredients
Active Ingredients
Cyclosporine USP
Amount
25 mg, 50 mg, or 100 mg
Other Ingredients
Dehydrated Alcohol 18.6%, dl-alpha-tocopherol, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, ferric oxide (yellow), gelatin, glycine, glycerol 85%, polyoxyl 40 hydrogenated castor oil, polyglycerol (3) oleate, polyglycerol (10) oleate, sorbitol solution, titanium dioxide.
Directions
Give cyclosporine modified exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand these directions, ask your veterinarian or pharmacist to explain them to you. Always give cyclosporine modified 2 hours before or 2 hours after a meal. Allow plenty of water for the pet to drink. Do not remove a capsule from the blister pack until required for use. When the capsule is removed from the blister pack there is a characteristic, noticeable smell which is normal. Your veterinarian may want your pet to have regularly scheduled blood tests during treatment to monitor effectiveness and side effects.
- Cyclosporine (modified) is a selective immunomodulator used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis in dogs and cats 6 months and older and at least 4.5 lbs.
- Cyclosporine (modified) is available as 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg blister packs, each containing 30 capsules.
Tip: Do not remove capsule from blister pack until required for use. When the capsule is removed from the blister pack there is a characteristic, noticeable smell which is normal.
| Dosage for Cats (6+ months of age) | |
|---|---|
| Weight | Daily Feeding |
| Over 4 lbs | Give 2.3-3.1mg per pound of body weight. The medication is usually given once a day to start until satisfactory improvement is seen, usually 4-8 weeks. The medication can then be given every other day until the clinical signs of atopic dermatitis are satisfactorily controlled, then the medication can be given every 3 or 4 days. Always give 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Allow plenty of water for the pet to drink |
| Dosage for Dogs (6+ months of age) | |
| Weight | Daily Feeding |
| Over 4 lbs | Give 2.5mg per pound of body weight. The medication is usually given once a day to start until satisfactory improvement is seen, usually 4-8 weeks. The medication can then be given every other day until the clinical signs of atopic dermatitis are satisfactorily controlled, then the medication can be given every 3 or 4 days. Always give 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Allow plenty of water for the pet to drink |
Storage:
Store this product at room temperature. Some variation in the color of the powder may occur from batch to batch.
Cautions:
Consult your veterinarian about possible side effects or drug interactions.
Possible Side Effects:
If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving cyclosporine modified and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, and hives). Other less serious side effects may occur. Continue giving cyclosporine modified and talk to your veterinarian if your pet develops vomiting, soft stools or diarrhea, muscle cramps, muscle weakness, loss of appetite, and change of hair coat. Other side effects may occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.
FAQ
Tell your veterinarian if yourpet has liver disease, kidney disease, cancer, high blood pressure, a viral, bacterial or fungal infection, or any other serious or chronic condition. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating, and if you plan to breed your pet.
The safe use in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been determined. Do not use cyclosporine modified in dogs with known allergies to the medication. The drug should not be used in dogs with kidney disease, stomach ulcers, and certain blood disorders. Prolonged use of cyclosporine modified can result inbacterial or fungal infection related to a decreased effect of the immune system. Consult your veterinarian for more information if needed.
Seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and give the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.