In rare cases, seizures can not be controlled with conventional medications such
as phenobarbitol or with holistic anti-seizure treatments.
Not exact matches
Most commonly, potassium bromide is used in dogs
as an adjunctive therapy used concurrently with
phenobarbitol in cases where
phenobarbitol is not effectively controlling seizures and the dose is approaching its maximum level.
Do not to give NSAIDs when your dog is on certain medications such
as corticosteroids, or
phenobarbitol for seizures,
as increased reactions may occur.
Never give your dog oral
phenobarbitol if it is experiencing status epilepticus
as described above - it needs to be seen by a veterinarian immediately.
Dogs can become refractory to
phenobarbitol, so it is imperative you give the medication
as prescribed and monitor carefully so we can decide the best course of action in this case.