328. Managing Itchy Cats: Apoquel, Zenrelia, and the Reality of Off-Label Treatment

Send me a derm question or story through text or voicemail!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.Watch The Episode: https://www.youtube.com/@thedermvet3932Follow The Derm Vet Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thedermvetpod/Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/thedermvet/Timestamps00:00 Intro01:31 Itch Inquiry: Atopic Dogs and the pathophysiology04:22 JAK Inhibitors and Cats05:58 Using Apoquel with a Cat 08:58 Using Zenrelia with a Cat10:53 Dosing These Medications in Cats 12:35 Lab Work Monitoring the Cats14:02 The Risk14:25 The Duration15:40 Discussion of Off Label Use with Owners16:58 Outro