Zonisamide therapy for refractory idiopathic epilepsy in dogs |
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Authors: | Dewey Curtis W Guiliano Rose Boothe Dawn M Berg Jason M Kortz Gregg D Joseph Richard J Budsberg Steven C |
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Institution: | Department of Surgery, Long Island Veterinary Specialists, Plainview, New York 11803, USA. |
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Abstract: | Twelve dogs with poorly controlled idiopathic epilepsy were entered into a prospective, open-label, noncomparative study. Oral zonisamide was administered as an additional therapy at a dosage adequate to achieve serum drug concentrations of 10 to 40 microg/mL. Seizure frequency before and after initiation of zonisamide therapy was recorded. A dosing interval of q 12 hours was sufficient to maintain serum zonisamide concentrations within the therapeutic range. The mean dosage of zonisamide required was 8.9 mg/kg q 12 hours. Seven (58%) dogs responded favorably, experiencing a mean reduction in seizures of 81.3%. Five dogs had an increase in seizure frequency. Mild side effects (e.g., transient sedation, ataxia, vomiting) occurred in six dogs. |
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