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What are good alternatives to Cytopoint for my dog's itching?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 76 lbs

what is an alternative to seidle point for my dogs itching?

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 31st, 2020

Hello. Do you mean Cytopoint? The alternatives are Apoquesl, cyclosporins, steroids, food elimination trials, & allergy testing with subsequent desensitization. Some dogs can be managed with the additional use of omega 3 fattys, topical ceramides ( Dermasense Essentials ), shampoos & mousses containing pramoxine &/or hydrocortisone. Depending on the overall health of your pet & the degree of his skin problem, your veterinarian can recommend other treatments. You might also ask for a referral to a veterinary dermatologist to do a through workup of Onyx's itchiness. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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