Neurological
- October 26, 2023
Ensuring the optimal wellbeing of our pets involves understanding the plethora of options available when it comes to their health care. Epilepsy and seizures are conditions that many pets, particularly dogs, can suffer from, and navigating through the available anti-epileptic drugs can be a challenging ordeal for pet parents. In this insightful dive, we examine four prominent medications - Pexion (Imepitoin), Phenobarbitone, Levetiracetam, and Potassium Bromide, aiming to equip you with valuable knowledge for your pet’s healthcare journey.
Pexion (Imepitoin): An Overview
What is Pexion (Imepitoin)?
Pexion is an anti-epileptic drug prescribed commonly for dogs, with its active ingredient Imepitoin playing a crucial role in managing epilepsy by mitigating the frequency and severity of seizures.How Does Pexion Work?
Pexion acts primarily by diminishing the excessive - September 21, 2023
The landscape of pet medications is vast, but understanding specific drugs and their purposes is crucial for every pet owner. Here, we delve into the distinct features, storage guidelines, dosages, and possible side effects of Florinef, Thyroxine, Trilostane, and Vetoryl, all available at PetScripts.
1. Florinef (Fludrocortisone)
Florinef, whose active ingredient is Fludrocortisone, is a corticosteroid used primarily for Addison's disease in dogs. It aids the body in retaining salt and reducing potassium levels.
Storage: Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
Dosage: Always follow the vet’s prescription. Typical dosage may vary based on the dog’s condition and weight.
Side Effects: Potential side effects include
- April 01, 2021
Lovan is used by veterinarians to reduce anxiety and aggression in dogs and cats. It is the equivalent to the human drug Prozac, but in a different dose.
Anxiety in pets
Pets can suffer many different types of anxiety, and your pet may be showing that anxiety in different ways. It may be a fear or phobia that your pet shows - when new people arrive at the house, or when a storm approaches, or it may be separation anxiety (this affects approximately 14% of dogs!), which may result in destructiveness, distressed vocalization (crying, howling or constant barking), or “housesoiling” (a nicer term
- March 23, 2021
Phenomav is prescribed for animals that are diagnosed with neurological conditions like seizures, convulsions, epilepsy or status epilepticus .
Neurological disorders in pets
Pets can suffer many of the same neurological disorders that humans do, as their nervous systems are similar to ours. Sometimes the cause of these disorders can be identified (trauma, congenital defect, autoimmune disorder, infection etc.), but sometimes they are idiopathic disorders, meaning no cause can be found.
Obviously, it is incredibly distressing to watch your cat or dog have a seizure or epileptic fit. You may have seen your pet collapse, move involuntarily, or lose consciousness. Some other symptoms that may indicate a neurological problem include circling, disorientation, head pressing or weakness in one or more limb.
What do I do when my pet is having a seizure or epileptic fit?
If your pet is having a seizure:
- Follow any advice that your vet has previously given you
- It’s important for you to remain calm, to try to calm your fur-bay down as well.
- Animals, like humans, who are having a seizure are not in pain, even if they sound or act like it. Also, neither animals nor humans swallow their tongue during a seizure - don’t ever try to grab a pet’s tongue whilst they are having a fit.
- Talk to your dog or cat softly, to reassure them.
- Make sure the space around them is as safe and quiet as possible - block any stairs, and if possible, cushion their head.
- Take a video. This may not be your first impulse, but video evidence can provide your vet with lots of information about the seizure.
There are treatments to help your dog or cat!
You’ll be pleased to know that many neurological disorders can be managed. Whilst every case is different, veterinary medicine has made big progress, and it is possible for your pets to enjoy many years with a good quality of life, after being diagnosed with epilepsy, seizures or other neurological conditions.
What is Phenomav?
Phenomav is effective in treating a wide range of seizure disorders and neurological disorders. The active ingredient in Phenomav is Phenobarbitone, which is a long acting barbiturate with sedative, hypnotic and anticonvulsant properties. Phenobarbitones (or Phenobarbital) works by decreasing and stabilizing neuron activity in the brain, as well as decreasing the neurotransmitter glutamate, which causes nerve stimulation.
Generally, Phenomav is considered the “first line of therapy” for pets with seizures, because it is effective, safe (if used responsibly), reasonably priced and conveniently dosed.
What can I expect when my cat or dog starts on Phenomav?
- It can take a few weeks before the full effect of Phenomav is seen, but there should be gradual improvements after the
