This review offers a concise overview of current treatment options for
canine atopic dermatitis and provide an outline of two promising new treatment
options (phosphodiesterase 4 and histamine H4 receptor inhibitors).
Glucocorticoids have been one of the first successful treatment options and are
still part of the treatment regime. Ciclosporin was introduced more than 15
years ago and is also a main pharmacological treatment option. In 2013, the
Janus kinase inhibitor oclacitinib was introduced as a first in class, which is
then followed by the anti-canine IL-31 antibody lokivetmab in 2016. Thus,
exciting new treatment options have found their way into clinical practice.
Apart from these substance classes, antihistamines, essential fatty acids and
lipid substitution will be discussed as add-on treatments.
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Veterinary Surgery |
Journal Section | Review |
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Publication Date | December 26, 2019 |
Published in Issue | Year 2020 |