Understanding Your Options
When your dog suffers from allergies, choosing the right medication is crucial. Each treatment has its own advantages, side effects, and cost considerations. Our comparison guides help you understand the differences between popular options.
Note: Always consult with your veterinarian before starting, changing, or stopping any medication for your pet. These comparisons are for educational purposes only.
Available Comparisons
Apoquel vs Cytopoint
Compare effectiveness, side effects, cost, and when to choose each medication.
Apoquel vs Benadryl
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Apoquel vs Prednisone
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Apoquel vs Atopica
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Quick Medication Overview
| Medication | Type | Speed | Cost | Rx Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apoquel | Janus Kinase (JAK) Inhibitor | Within 4 hours | $2-4 per tablet ($60-120/month) | Yes |
| Cytopoint | Monoclonal Antibody | Within 1 day | $50-150 per injection (every 4-8 weeks) | Yes |
| Benadryl | First-generation Antihistamine | 30-60 minutes | $5-15 per month (OTC) | No (OTC) |
| Prednisone | Corticosteroid | 1-2 hours | $5-20 per month (generic) | Yes |
| Atopica | Immunosuppressant (Calcineurin Inhibitor) | 4-8 weeks for full effect | $50-200 per month | Yes |
Need to Calculate Apoquel Dosage?
Use our free calculator to determine the correct Apoquel dose for your dog.
Apoquel Dosage Calculator âAvis de Non-ResponsabilitĂ© MĂ©dicale
Ce calculateur est uniquement Ă titre informatif et ne remplace pas les conseils vĂ©tĂ©rinaires professionnels. Apoquel (oclacitinib) est un mĂ©dicament sur ordonnance qui ne doit ĂȘtre utilisĂ© que sous la direction d'un vĂ©tĂ©rinaire agrĂ©Ă©. N'administrez pas Apoquel sans ordonnance valide. Consultez toujours votre vĂ©tĂ©rinaire avant de commencer, modifier ou arrĂȘter tout mĂ©dicament pour votre animal. Les crĂ©ateurs de ce calculateur n'assument aucune responsabilitĂ© pour les dĂ©cisions prises sur la base de ces informations.