Levetiracetam is generally considered a safe and well-tolerated anti-seizure medication for both dogs and cats. It may be used alone or in combination with other anticonvulsants, and can be especially helpful in cases of structural epilepsy (e.g. tumor, stroke, meningitis). While your pet is on Levetiracetam, we recommend yearly physical and neurologic examinations, along with … Read moreLevetiracetam (Keppra)
Potassium Bromide (KBr) is a less commonly used anti-seizure medication in dogs, but it can be very effective for certain dogs with idiopathic epilepsy. It is generally well tolerated in dogs, but it cannot be used in cats. One important consideration is that it takes several months (usually 3–5 months) to reach therapeutic levels and to determine … Read morePotassium Bromide (K-BroVet)
Phenobarbital is one of the most commonly prescribed anti-seizure medications, particularly for idiopathic epilepsy. It is generally well tolerated in both dogs and cats, though some mostly temporary side effects may occur. While your pet is on Phenobarbital, regular monitoring is important. Drug levels are checked about 3–4 weeks after starting treatment or changing the dose, … Read morePhenobarbital
