other anticonvulsants, drugs

Question 1

this is used on DOGS AND CATS when phenobarbital and/or potassium bromide aren’t controlling seizures adequately

Answer 1

Levetiracetam

Question 2

why isn’t Levetiracetam used as often?

Answer 2

it’s expensive

Question 3

you can use this drug in neonates after a C section when mom’s anesthetics are affecting their breathing

Answer 3

Doxapram

Question 4

this is used on DOGS when phenobarbital and/or potassium bromide aren’t controlling seizures adequately

Answer 4

Zonisamide

Question 5

this drug stimulates the respiratory center in the brain stem to counteract apnea or slow breathing

Answer 5

Doxapram

Question 6

this drug can cause seizures

Answer 6

Doxapram

Question 7

this drug is used on dogs with refractory seizure activity (seizures have returned after being treated)

Answer 7

Zonisamide