Zonisamide has had even more limited use in cats than in dogs, though, and some veterinarians worry that we may not be fully aware of the safety profile and potential side effects that may occur using
Zonisamide for cats.
Abstract: Background: There is uncertainty about the efficacy and tolerability of
zonisamide for Parkinson's disease (PD).
Not exact matches
We just gave her a small amount of food and will give her more at 7:00 when she is due
for her
Zonisamide.
For dogs that can not tolerate Phenobarbital or potassium bromide,
Zonisamide may be a viable option.
Zonisamide can be used alone or in combination with Phenobarbital and / or potassium bromide
for treating seizures.
So can the use of another medication
for seizure control —
zonisamide.
Zonisamide is an anticonvulsant medication that is unrelated to other anticonvulsants routinely used
for treating dogs and cats.
While
Zonisamide appears to be relatively safe
for dogs, is effective in controlling seizures, and is well - tolerated, many veterinarians are still concerned that we may not know the entire range of side effects possible with the drug because its use has been somewhat limited so far.