My dog vomits Atopica on empty stomach. Can I give it with food?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | spayed | 6 years and 5 months old | 14.5 lbs
Hi been giving my dog atopica but she keeps being sick with it is it ok to give with food as I have been giving it on an empty stomach up to now ?
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Published on March 27th, 2017
Atopica works most effectively when given on an empty stomach. That said, I have recommended to some patients to initially give it with food until some of the GI upset has resolved, knowing that the medication will not be as effective. Once the GI signs resolve, we then give it on an empty stomach. You should speak with your vet before trying this approach. I hope Lily is able to tolerate her Atopica and feel better soon!
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Published on March 24th, 2017
Vomiting is a common side effect of Atopica and I'm sorry to hear that Lily isn't feeling well. In most cases, the medication becomes better tolerated over time and the GI upset resolves. As long as Lily is eating, drinking, and otherwise acting normally, you do not need to contact your vet tonight. Call tomorrow if her vomiting continues, but if this is an isolated incident you don't need to be too concerned.
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