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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.
Treating of atopic dermititis.
For dogs and cats over 6 months of age and over 4 pounds in weight.
Cyclosporine USP
25 mg, 50 mg, or 100 mg
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.
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.
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) | |
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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 |
Store this product at room temperature. Some variation in the color of the powder may occur from batch to batch.
Consult your veterinarian about possible side effects or drug interactions.
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.