Is there any way of helping my dog with other treatments? I am worried!
Thanks.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Dog with idiopathic seizures. Drug side effects severe. Any alternatives?
My dog has been diagnosed with having idiopathic seizures. The Vet didn't feel at the time of diagnosis that a medication regime was necessary however the seizures are more frequent and the side effects from the drugs are severe.
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Phenobarbital....and if that does not work, add potassium bromide. These are both widely used to control seizures/epilepsy in dogs, and rarely cause any problems, even when administered long term. Whomever told you they have "severe side effects" was very incorrect.
Mike Keem, DVM
Aurora Pet Hospital East Aurora, NY
I would seek help from a veterinary acupuncturists. I currently work as a technician at a holistic practice, and acupuncture can help with seizures. Also, chiropractic can also help. Good luck!
Stephanie
Have you actually tried the drug, or are you just reading the side effect sheet that prints out with the meds (or online etc.)? I use phenobarbital all the time in patients with few side effects other than mild sedation.
Other medications you could try would be potassium bromide or diazepam if phenobarbital will not work for your pet.
Good luck,
Joy N. Ritz, DVM
which drugs?
Phillip McHugh, DVM
Park Veterinary Hospital
Durham, NC
Hi There,
Yes, I have been getting a great success and response from three organic food based supplements and homeopathy.
Please e-mail me if interested. Thank you.
Dyanna McCain DVetHom
Dyanna McCain, DIHom DVetHom
Holistic Animal Healing
Los Angeles, CA
If you haven't I would recommend consultation with a veterinary neurologist.
T. L. Medinger DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM)
VCA Aurora Animal Hospital
Aurora, IL
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