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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  Andrea, I understand what you're going through bc Marcel has allergies and sees a Derm. Don't be afraid to try medications, any moreso than you'd be afraid to use insulin for diabetes, or synthroid for Hypothyroid. You are correct (imo) in thinking "I can't let this little guy suffer" - especially when there are meds designed to give relief for this specific problem. Sure, we'd always prefer to avoid medications - but not when the symptoms are far worse than the risk of the medication. Also, his risk for pyoderma etc is so much higher if he keeps itching.
Anyway  ! Marcel has been on Atopica for about 1.5 yrs, I think? And it was a god-send. Marcel used to wake up at 1am, 3am every night when pollens were bad - to bite his paws. He was so uncomfortable. He is only 3.3 pounds, and he is on the lowest available dose of Atopica - and he does incredible with it. Never a side effect this whole time. He takes it 3x week right now.
Our vet derm prefers Atopica to steroids, whenever possible. Of course, allergy shots are her first preference - and you're already on your way there . {btw, I start Marcel's shots this weekend!} |
Will Marcel stay on the Atopica as well as the shots? I agree the Atopica has been a god send for Cali as well. She would be up all night scratching before the Atopica. I felt so terrible for her.