My diabetic dog uses Apoquel long-term. Are there side effects?

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ARE THERE ANY EFFECTS FROM LONG TERM USE OF APOQUEL FOR MY DIABETIC DOG? Pet's info: Dog | Toy Poodle | 13 years and 8 months old

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Apoquel can result in a higher propensity of developing infections and the other concerning possible side effect is the higher chance of development of cancer that we think may happen with this drug. For this reason, usually I recommend using it on as needed basis and stopping it when the itch resolves. In theory, if the main cause of the itch is being addressed, such as treating allergies for example, you may not need to use Apoquel long term. Good luck and have a great day!

My diabetic dog uses Apoquel long-term. Are there side effects?

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