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Skylocalm 5.4 mg Film-coated Tablets for Dogs

Active ingredient: Oclacitinib

Form

Tablet

Species

Dogs

Manufacturer

Zoetis UK Limited

VMD MA No.

42058/5097

What it's used for

Treatment of pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis in dogs. Treatment of clinical manifestations of atopic dermatitis in dogs.

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Clinical information

Skylocalm 5.4 mg Film-coated Tablets for Dogs — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

Treatment of pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis in dogs.
Treatment of clinical manifestations of atopic dermatitis in dogs.
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the
excipients.
Do not use in dogs less than 12 months of age or less than 3 kg bodyweight.
Do not use in dogs with evidence of immune suppression, such as
hyperadrenocorticism, or with evidence of progressive malignant neoplasia as the
active substance has not been evaluated in these cases.
Dogs:
Very common
(>1 animal / 10 animals treated):
pyoderma, skin lump, papillomaCommon
(1 to 10 animals / 100 animals treated):
lethargy, lipoma, polydipsia,
increased appetite
nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, anorexia
histiocytoma, fungal skin infection,
pododermatitis
otitis
lymphadenopathy
cystitis
aggression
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals treated,
including isolated reports):
anaemia, lymphoma, convulsion
Treatment-related clinical pathology changes were restricted to an increase in mean
serum cholesterol and a decrease in mean leukocyte count, however, all mean
values remained within the laboratory reference range. The decrease in mean

Revised: April 2024AN: 02338/2023
leukocyte count observed in oclacitinib-treated dogs was not progressive, and
affected all white blood cell counts (neutrophil, eosinophil and monocyte counts)
except lymphocyte counts. Neither of these clinical pathology changes appeared
clinically significant.
Regarding susceptibility to infection and neoplastic conditions, see section 4.5.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian,
to either the marketing authorisation holder or its local representative or the national
competent authority via the national reporting system. See also the last section of
the package leaflet for respective contact details.
None.

Revised: April 2024AN: 02338/2023

i) Special precautions for use in animals
Oclacitinib modulates the immune system and may increase susceptibility to
infection and exacerbate neoplastic conditions. Dogs receiving Skylocalm tablets
should therefore be monitored for the development of infections and neoplasia.
When treating pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis with oclacitinib, investigate
and treat any underlying causes (e.g. flea allergic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, food
hypersensitivity). Furthermore, in cases of allergic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis, it
is recommended to investigate and treat complicating factors, such as bacterial,
fungal or parasitic infections/infestations (e.g. flea and mange).
Given the potential for effects on certain clinicopathological parameters (see section
4.6), periodic monitoring with complete blood counts and serum biochemistry is
recommended when dogs are on long-term treatment.
ii) Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
Wash hands after administration.
In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the
package leaflet or the label to the physician.
iii) Other precautions
None.
No drug interactions were observed in field studies where oclacitinib was
administered concomitantly with veterinary medicinal products such as endo- and
ectoparasiticides, antimicrobials and anti-inflammatories.
The impact of oclacitinib administration on vaccination with modified live vaccines,
canine parvovirus (CPV), canine distemper virus (CDV) and canine parainfluenza
(CPI) and inactivated rabies vaccine (RV), on 16 week old vaccine naïve puppies
has been studied. An adequate immune response (serology) to CDV and CPV
vaccination was achieved when puppies were administered oclacitinib at 1.8 mg/kg
bodyweight (bw) twice daily for 84 days. However, the findings of this study indicated
a reduction in serological response to vaccination with CPI and RV in puppies being
treated with oclacitinib compared to untreated controls. The clinical relevance of
these observed effects for animals vaccinated while being administered oclacitinib
(in accordance with the recommended dosing regimen) is unclear.
Store below 25°C.
Any remaining half tablet should be placed back in the opened blister and stored in
the original cardboard carton (for a maximum of 3 days).
2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION
Active substance:
Each film-coated tablet contains 5.4 mg oclacitinib (as oclacitinib maleate)
For the full list of excipients, see section

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.

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