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Back to Episodes328. Managing Itchy Cats: Apoquel, Zenrelia, and the Reality of Off-Label Treatment
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Can cats safely take Apoquel or Zenrelia? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the use of JAK inhibitors in feline dermatology, exploring the science behind atopic disease, practical treatment considerations, and the realities of off-label medication use in cats.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:31 Itch Inquiry: Atopic Dogs and the pathophysiology
04:22 JAK Inhibitors and Cats
05:58 Using Apoquel with a Cat
08:58 Using Zenrelia with a Cat
10:53 Dosing These Medications in Cats
12:35 Lab Work Monitoring the Cats
14:02 The Risk
14:25 The Duration
15:40 Discussion of Off Label Use with Owners
16:58 Outro