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Phenobarbital Side Effects. Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 25, 2021. Consumer; Professional; For the Consumer. Applies to phenobarbital: oral elixir, oral tablets, parenteral injection. Side effects include: Residual sedation, drowsiness, lethargy, vertigo, nausea, vomiting, headache.
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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i. nightmares. constipation. fainting. sensation of spinning or whirling. difficulty sleeping. headache. nausea. vomiting.
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For dogs, Phenobarbital is commonly used to treat seizure disorders such as epilepsy. It is a very effective drug and also inexpensive compared to the other drugs with the same purpose. Phenobarbital can be given to your dog daily to prevent seizures, but can also be administered to your dog to stop seizures in progress.
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Diagnosis is based on the onset of signs, pattern of hair loss, skin condition around hair loss and whether the pet is itching or uncomfortable. Pattern of hair loss - Generalized hair loss could be a sign of mange or bacterial infection. Patches of hair loss could indicate conditions like ringworm, bacterial infection, mites, or mange.
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In contrast to the lethargic effects phenobarbital can sometimes have on a dog, they can also experience the other end of the spectrum, presenting as restless and hyperexcitable. Dogs that appear to be high strung, pace a lot, pant for no discernible reason, whine or otherwise vocalize, or exhibit other signs of restless or excited behavior may be related to phenobarbital.
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In dogs and cats, phenobarbital is probably the first choice for seizure suppression. It is effective, safe if used responsibly, and is one of the least expensive medications in all of veterinary practice.
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Alopecia in dogs, or hair loss, is a common disorder that causes partial or complete dog hair loss. It can affect your pet's skin and its endocrine system, lymphatic system, and immune system.
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Side Effects of Phenobarbital. As a result, many of the side effects of Phenobarbital are neurological. You'll notice your dog appearing lazy, sedated, restless, hyper-excited or uncoordinated (ataxia). These side effects will disappear after a few weeks of treatment when your dog's system gets used to the medication.
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Hair Loss. Use of prednisone can cause Cushing's disease in dogs, which may result in hair loss along with thinning of the skin, bruising easily and lethargy. Cushing's disease can be caused by prolonged use of any corticosteroid, according to Lowchen Australia.
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If your vet is prescribing Phenobarbital for seizures, you should use it. Yes, there are side effects and in some VERY RARE cases (like what occurred to my dog) they can be very serious. If you know the symptoms to look for though, you can prevent any serious damage from occurring. Phenobarbital has been used in pets and humans for over 100 ...

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