Allergen Immunotherapy (ASIT) for Cat
Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Allergen Immunotherapy (ASIT) is used in cat for Atopic dermatitis. Routes documented in cat: SC. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Allergen Immunotherapy (ASIT) in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Hyposensitization Injections
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 0 custom protocol | See protocol (induction/maintenance) | Lifelong; reassess at 12 months | Atopic dermatitis | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Mechanism of action
Gradual exposure to increasing concentrations of identified allergens shifts immune response from Th2 to Th1/Treg, reducing allergic hypersensitivity.
Side effects & warnings
Risk of anaphylaxis with injections (rare). Takes 6-12 months for full effect. ~60-80% response rate in dogs. Custom formulations based on allergy testing.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
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Allergen Immunotherapy (ASIT) dosing in other species
Why a species-specific page? Allergen Immunotherapy (ASIT) pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cat — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.