259. Cyclosporine: the forgotten allergy medication

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There have been so many wonderful tools added to our management of allergic dermatitis in dogs over the last decade. Apoquel, Cytopoint and Zenrelia have all been medications that provide quick itch relief with a more targeted approach. 

However, the use of cyclosporine as an option (except for cats where it is prescribed more frequently) has dwindled. Though these new tools have revolutionized our field, allergic dermatitis is complicated and there are still some cases that respond better to cyclosporine. So, when should you consider reaching cyclosporine in allergic management? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to find out!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Cyclosporine
02:27 Why choose Cyclosporine for Dogs with allergies
08:44 Weird Issues with Cyclosporine
11:55 Cats and Cyclosporine
13:36 What's available in the U.S. for Cyclosporine  
15:26 Other forms of Cyclosporine
18:53 Summary