Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Managing recurrent seizures in dogs and cats - what you need to know
By Lane, S B & Bunch, S E·Published in Journal of veterinary internal medicine·1990·Department of Companion Animal and Special Species Medicine·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Medical management of recurrent seizures in dogs and cats.
Plain-English summary
Recurrent seizures in dogs and cats can be a tough issue for pet owners and veterinarians alike. While we understand a lot about how certain medications work to control seizures, there isn't enough research on how effective these treatments are for the different types of seizures pets can experience. This study looks at the current medications used to manage seizures, including their benefits and side effects, and also discusses some alternative options. Overall, it highlights the need for more clinical studies to better understand how to help pets with this condition.
Abstract
The problem of recurrent seizures is a common and challenging one in veterinary medical practice. The pathophysiology and pharmacologic suppression of focal seizure activity have been studied extensively in basic research settings, yet little is known of the genesis, modulation, and termination of generalized seizures, the most common form of seizures noted to occur in companion animals. Knowledge concerning the pharmacokinetic fate of anticonvulsant drugs currently used in veterinary medicine is adequate, though prospective clinical studies of the efficacy of these drugs in the treatment of various types of seizures are lacking. This study will review the available literature regarding the pharmacology, use, and side effects of anticonvulsant drugs currently available for control of recurrent seizures in companion animals. Alternative anticonvulsant drugs will also be described.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2407841/