Question 1

Can I use Apoquel for a short time to treat a flare-up?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use Apoquel for short periods. Apoquel begins relieving allergic dog itch within 4 hours, and controls it within 24 hours.1,2

Question 2

Can my dog take Apoquel if he or she is on other medications or received vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Apoquel may be used with other treatment such as:4

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, carprofen).
Vaccines (rabies).
Allergen-specific immunotherapy (allergy shots or drops).
The use of Apoquel has not been evaluated in combination with other systemic immunosuppressants, such as corticosteroids and cyclosporine.

Question 3

Is Apoquel Safe?

Accepted Answer

Apoquel is safe to use in dogs 12 months of age or older

Can be used long-term4 for maintenance therapy or short-term.2
Can be used with many other medications:4
Including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), vaccines (such as rabies), and allergen-specific immunotherapy (allergy shots or drops).
The use of Apoquel has not been evaluated in combination with other systemic immunosuppressants, such as corticosteroids and cyclosporine.
Is not for use in dogs with serious infections, or for use in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs.

Question 4

How long can my dog use Apoquel?

Accepted Answer

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not placed any time restrictions on the use of Apoquel. Your dog can continue to be treated with Apoquel as long as your veterinarian recommends. In a study, dogs were treated with Apoquel for more than 2 years.4

Question 5

Where can I buy Apoquel?

Accepted Answer

Apoquel is available by prescription from your veterinarian.

Question 6

Can Apoquel be given with food?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Apoquel can be given with or without food.

Question 7

How often do you give Apoquel?

Accepted Answer

Apoquel is given twice daily for up to 14 days, and then given once daily for maintenance therapy.

Question 8

How fast will Apoquel start working?

Accepted Answer

Apoquel starts relieving allergic itch within 4 hours of giving the treatment to your dog.1

Question 9

What are the side effects of Apoquel?

Accepted Answer

In a 5-year safety review, the most common individual side effects reported with Apoquel were vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, anorexia, and bloodwork changes13

The most commonly reported side-effects occurred at a rate of less than 1 dog reacting out of 10,000 dogs treated.13,14

Question 10

Is Apoquel a steroid or a type of antihistamine?

Accepted Answer

Apoquel is not a steroid, antihistamine, or cyclosporine (a type of drug that reduces immune system activity). Apoquel is in a different category of medications. Unlike other medicines, Apoquel blocks allergic itch at the source.5 So, it works at the underlying cause of itch to provide relief fast.

Question 11

I see a rash and redness on my dog’s skin. Do I need to see the vet?

Accepted Answer

If your dog is scratching, licking, or biting the same area repeatedly, the skin can become damaged, red, and sore. It’s a good idea to ask your dog’s veterinarian about the possible causes. It could be due to allergies, and in this event, your pet may require a prescription treatment such as Apoquel to treat the allergic itch. There also may be a skin infection that requires antibiotic or antifungal treatment from your veterinarian.

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