Zonisamide is a prescription anticonvulsant medication used to manage seizures in pets. Commonly prescribed for dogs, and sometimes cats, Zonisamide helps stabilize abnormal electrical activity in the brain, reducing the frequency and severity of seizures. It may be used alone or as part of a combination therapy plan for long-term seizure control.
Key Details:
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Strength & Count: 50 mg capsules; 100 ct.
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Class: Anticonvulsant / Anti-Seizure Medication
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Indication (Dogs): Helps manage epilepsy and seizure disorders, including partial and generalized seizures; effective as monotherapy or adjunct therapy
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Indication (Other Species): May be used off-label in cats for seizure control when prescribed by a veterinarian
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Feline Safety: Use cautiously and only under veterinary direction; monitor for sedation, appetite changes, or gastrointestinal upset
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Use Only Under Vet Supervision: Do not alter dosing without veterinary approval; abrupt discontinuation may trigger rebound seizures; may interact with phenobarbital and other anticonvulsants
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Contraindications/Cautions:
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Not for pets with sulfonamide hypersensitivity
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Use with caution in pets with kidney disease or liver impairment
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Watch for side effects such as lethargy, ataxia, vomiting, loss of appetite, or behavioral changes
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Storage: Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container; keep away from heat and moisture
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Regulatory: Prescription required; federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Keep away from children and other household pets.
This item is not returnable or refundable.
Sold in Qty. of 1 (100 ct.).
| Product type: |
Animal Health & Wellness > Medicine |
| Brand: |
Pet's Choice Pharmacy |
| Size: |
50 mg |
| Status: |
Available |
| Animal type: |
Dog and Cat |
| Weight: |
1.00 |
| Prescription required: |
YES |
| GTIN: |
359651379011 |