Prior to the
use of diazepam, strong female hormones (progestins) had been the favored treatment.
However, the sedative
effects of diazepam often negate the appetite stimulation and there may be other medications which are more appropriately used as an appetite stimulant.
The
addition of diazepam may allow you to lower the dosage of phenobarbital and obtain better seizure control.
Your cat will probably be given an
injection of diazepam, but if the seizures are severe, your cat may need to be put under anesthesia.
Treatment for bladder sludge may include bladder flushes (in severe cases), or simply helping the bunny flush the bladder by administering subcutaneous fluids and a small
dose of diazepam (Valium) to help relax the bladder sphincters.
The tapering process involved converting all the participants» medication to the equivalent
dosage of diazepam and then reducing the diazepam dosage by 25 % per week for 4 weeks.
Prior to the
use of diazepam, strong female hormones (progestins) has been the favored treatment.
Cats with urethral (urinary) blockages can also benefit from both the pain relief and muscle relaxant
effects of diazepam.
An isolated seizure at home probably does not require more than staying out of the way and keeping the pet from hurting himself but if either situation above occurs, then first aid is needed: Rectal
administration of diazepam (valium ®).