Atopica (Cyclosporin) 25mg (30 Soft Capsules) Prescription Required
PetPA
PO BOX 11216
Palm Beach 3151
Papamoa Prescription On File ? To be used when we already have your original prescription or has been emailed to us from your vet and you would like a repeat. Prescription sent to email pharmacy@yourpetpa.co.nz ? Select if you have personally emailed us a digital copy of your prescription. You will still need to post a hard copy to:
PetPA
PO BOX 11216
Palm Beach 3151
Papamoa Prescription emailed directly from Vet Practice ? If your vet practice has emailed your prescription to pharmacy@yourpetpa.co.nz, there's no need to send us a hard copy.
Active Ingredients: Each capsule contains 100mg cyclosporin.
Manufacturer: Elanco Animal Health.
Prescription Medicine:
This is a prescription medicine, it is only available only under an approved veterinary authorisation. Please ensure that you have read the "Order Prescription Medication" page before ordering this item.
All prescription medicines on the Your Pet PA website are purchased through veterinary wholesalers the same as those used by your Vet. All our products are ACVM or NZULM listed and identical to those used by your Veterinary Surgeon. Please call or email us if you have any queries about any of the products on our site.
* Prescription Animal Remedy (PAR) Class 1. For use under the authority or prescription of a veterinarian. Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997.
ACVM # A008300
Commonly asked questions about Atopica:
What is Atopica?
The active ingredient in Atopica is Cyclosporine.
Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressant type of drug which works on the immune system response that causes itching and inflammation in an allergic reaction.
Why do cats and dogs use Atopica?
Atopica is prescribed to relieve the inflammation and itching associated with atopic dermatitis or other skin conditions in dogs. It may also be prescribed in the treatment of certain immune system disorders in dogs.
What else should I know about Atopica?
Reduces itching, swelling, and discomfort caused by skin allergies. Contains cyclosporine. Indicated for atopic dermatitis and other skin conditions. May be prescribed for immune disorders. Effective non-steroidal treatment.
What problems could my dog or cat have with Atopica?
It may take 4-6 weeks to determine if cyclosporine is effective. Vomiting is a very common side effect. Cyclosporine suppresses the immune system. If your dog or cat has a fever, low energy, or lack of appetite, contact your veterinarian to see if your pet may have an infection.
How do you use Atopica?
Give cyclosporine by mouth as directed by your veterinarian. Wear gloves when handling this medication. Pregnant women should be very careful if handling cyclosporine.
What is in Atopica?
The drug in Atopica is Cyclosporine USP MODIFIED.
Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressant type of drug which works on the immune system response that causes itching and inflammation in an allergic reaction.
Prescription Medications
PetPA facilitates the supply of restricted veterinary medicines (veterinary prescriptions) and is approved to do so by the Ministry of Primary Industries. When purchasing prescription medication through Your PetPA you know that:
- All prescription medication supplied is sourced from New Zealand veterinary wholesalers.
- All prescription medication available is registered with the New Zealand Government under the ACVM Act 1997 (Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines).
All prescription medication listed on the PetPA website is available for supply on acceptance of your order by our team and on receipt of the original prescription.