My dog weighs 9 pounds so the dermatologist prescribed Apoquel 5.4mg tab, give 1/2 tab once per day. A 30 day supply costs about $30-$40.
Believe me this is reasonable compared to immunotherapy, if it doesn’t work they will suggest cytopoint which is a little more expensive and tedious because only a veterinary healthcare professional (licensed) can administer the shot.
I noticed a decrease in pruritus (itching ) on day 3 or 4. On day 6 she definitely felt better/no itching.
Day 7, even better.
For now I am a happy camper.
Do frequent bathing, every day if needed.
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I buy it in the gallon jug, it has the same ingredients as Malaseb which is more expensive.
It’ s hard to do but leave it on for at least 10 minutes if you can.
PS: You have to wait for the skin infection to clear up to see dramatic results, that may take a couple of weeks.
