Obviously you've already researched it - well done!
It's being widely prescribed at the moment by vets who deem it to be a 'wonder drug' that will resolve itching and allergy almost immediately - and it does.
However, few vets seem to be aware of the long term implication of using this drug - the fact that you will need to increase the dosage as time does on, that it will eventually become ineffective or the damage it is doing to your dogs health.
It was also prescribed for my dog but I questioned it based on research I had done, much to my vets disgust. He said 'its a great drug' and when I asked him about the side effects his reply was that that it is not on the market long enough to for any of the 'hype' to be proven!!! That is not a reassuring answer for me and I refused to give it to my dog.
I chose allergy testing and an elimination diet for my dog but can't give you an honest report on that yet as its still ongoing. I also chose a homeopathic treatment for her. I would much prefer to take this approach and find out what is causing my dogs symptoms rather than mask them with a drug that may be doing more harm than good.
This is just my own personal opinion and your dogs need for medication may be different to mine - but I strongly advise that you research this particular medication extensively before you give it.
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