Apoquel Chewable is designed to treat and control your dog’s itchy skin which could be caused by fleas, food, and allergies. Apoquel provides relief in 4 hours and helps control itching within 24 hours. Apoquel is not a steroid or antihistamine. It works differently than these other drugs and goes directly to the source to address the underlying cause of the irritation and quickly quells the allergic reactions. Apoquel is not a steroid-based treatment. Steroid-based medications often have unwanted and sometimes harmful side effects, including excessive thirst and urination as well as weakening the immune system. Administering the anti-itch tablets offers a way to give your dog long-lasting relief. Since they last from 12-24 hours, your pet will experience a full day free of pruritis and atopic dermatitis with a convenient twice-daily dose. Additional benefits include a low likelihood of GI upset and no withdrawal needed for skin testing and food allergy maintenance, making it a good option for most dogs with allergies. *Apoquel Chewable are sold per chewable tablet in strengths of 3.6mg, 5.4mg, or 16mg.