Atopica Capsules - 50 mg - 15 Pack

Atopica by Novartis is used to treat atopy and other immune-mediated diseases, especially those involving the blood or skin. Atopica is an oral soft capsule for the treatment of skin allergies in dogs. Signs of skin allergies are scratching, licking, gnawing, chewing, skin infections, hair loss, terrible odor and sleepless nights. Active ingredient is cyclosporine, which suppresses the immune system. Atopica is FDA approved for use in the treatment of atopic dermatitis in dogs at least 6 months of age and at least 4.5 pounds. Cyclosporine is not FDA approved for veterinary use in cats. However, it is a commonly accepted practice for veterinarians to use this medication in cats and may be prescribed for both dogs and cats.