• Administer the prescribed dosage of ATOPICA once daily for the first 30 days.
• At this point, your veterinarian may reduce the dose by decreasing its frequency to every other day, and eventually to twice a week until your dog’s comfort is achieved with the smallest dose.
• ATOPICA should be given at least one hour before or two hours after a meal.
• If a dose is missed, the next dose should be administered (without doubling), at the next scheduled dosing time.
• Some veterinary dermatologists recommend starting treatment earlier rather than later – before the condition progresses to the point of misery and frustration.
  

Giving ATOPICA at the same time each day can help make therapy a part of your regular routine and avoid missed doses. It is helpful to closely monitor your dog so you can keep your veterinarian informed of progress or any problems.
 

As with all drugs, side effects may occur. In a field study, the most common side effects were gastrointestinal signs. Gingival hyperplasia and papillomas may also occur during the initial dosing phase. ATOPICA is not for use in dogs with a history of malignant neoplasia, or with a demonstrated hypersensitivity to Cyclosporine A.