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Apoquel vs. Atopica: a comparison of two medications to control atopic dermatitis in dogs

Posted on October 7, 2014 by skinvet

By Jon Plant, DVM, DACVD Atopica® (cyclosporine) and Apoquel® (oclacitinib) are separate and distinct medications. Both are used for controlling the signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis (“allergies”) in dogs. They are two of the most effective allergy treatments for … Continue reading →

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Retrospective evaluation of Apoquel® (oclacitinib) for the treatment of 117 dogs with atopic dermatitis. Part 1: control of pruritus (itch).

Posted on September 22, 2014 by skinvet

We started hearing about a new drug to control the itch of allergic dermatitis and canine atopic dermatitis in dogs over 1 year of age at the Vancouver World Congress of Veterinary Dermatology. Like most veterinary dermatologists, I was eager … Continue reading →

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Itchology App Preview

Posted on September 18, 2014 by skinvet

You will soon have a new tool for the management of itchy dogs. This is going to be a must-have app for veterinarians who treat allergic dermatitis.  Among the features of this iOS app are: Pet parent grading and recording … Continue reading →

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How itchy is your dog, really?

Posted on May 14, 2014 by skinvet

By Jon Plant, DVM, DACVD Scratching, biting, chewing, rubbing, and excessive licking can all be signs of itch (pruritus) in dogs. A number of methods have been developed to try to quantify itching, but these are most useful in research … Continue reading →

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Apoquel Backorder Conspiracy Theories

Posted on May 3, 2014 by skinvet

By Jon Plant, DVM, DACVD There is a huge demand for Apoquel®, the new Zoetis (NYSE: ZTS) drug for dogs with atopic dermatitis or “allergic” dermatitis. I predict that Apoquel sales will exceed $1 billion per year for Zoetis after … Continue reading →

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