By 2015 ACVIM Small animal consensus statement on seizure management in dogs. Phenytoin (diphenylhydantoin) is no longer recommended for maintenance use in dogs, cats, or foals because of undesirable pharmacokinetic properties. . by SpencerBhumi Wed Aug 13, 2014 5:20 pm, Post No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms. doi: 10.3988/jcn.2007.3.4.175, 4. Zonisamide was first used in Japan in 1972 to treat psychiatric diseases, and it has been widely used to treat epilepsy in Japan and Korea since at least 1990. Packer RMA, McGreevy PD, Pergande A, Volk HA. Further studies are warranted to provide more insights in behavior change associated with ASDs in animals. Received: 24 August 2021; Accepted: 27 September 2021; Published: 29 October 2021. Routine bloodwork consisting of CBC and serum biochemical analysis were within the reference intervals. The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) and the copyright owner(s) are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. Zonisamide-induced psychosis in a patient with bipolar disorder and narcolepsy. Current indications include adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in adults. Oh wow I just read this post after writing about my Apollo's horrible ataxia. If excessive sedation occurs, a lower dose should be used initially and gradually increased. Zonisamide is used off-label for therapy of migraine headaches, mood disturbances and recently for weight loss. Do not use goat milk or cow milk. Due to serious detrimental impact on the family, ZNS was discontinued abruptly as a therapeutic trial with our concern of possible association between the episodic aggression and ZNS. If youre taking several anti-seizure medications, its possible that one or more of them can be weaned off and removed. The dosage in cats has varied from 5 mg/kg, PO, bid, to 510 mg/kg/day, PO. Changes in brain serotonin and dopamine levels are considered as a mechanism of ZNS-induced PAE (24, 35, 37) and human patients with a history of psychiatric disorder had significantly greater risk of developing PAE associated with ASDs including ZNS (24, 36, 38, 39). It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to see if the medicine is working properly. Psychiatric and behavioral side effects of antiepileptic drugs in adults with epilepsy. Other reported adverse effects include fatigue, headache, psychiatric symptoms, cognitive disturbances, diplopia, weight loss, diarrhea, ataxia, oligohydrosis, urolithiasis, and rash (1924). If a medication needs to be stopped abruptly, it is normally done in a hospital where close supervision is available. Nonetheless, the proportional association between ZNS dose and the severity of the clinical signs was shown with multiple dose adjustments in this case. Zonisamide (brand name: Zonegran) is an anticonvulsant (antiseizure) medication that is either used as an initial therapy for epilepsy or as an add-on drug for difficult to control seizures. doi: 10.1016/j.yebeh.2017.08.039, 39. Limitations of this report reside in the small number of cases, the retrospective nature, and difficulty in proving the direct association of abnormal behavior episodes and ZNS or in ruling out other potentially contributing conditions. Potential adverse effects are hepatotoxicity, reversible myelosuppression, generalized tremors, and possibly keratoconjunctivitis sicca; regular monitoring for anemia and liver dysfunction in dogs is recommended. Effective serum levels are determined by the serum level of phenobarbital (1545 mcg/mL). As for type 3 adverse effects, the possibility of affecting thyroid function (especially decrease in total T4) and the changes in blood chemistry profile within the reference range, including the elevation of ALP and Ca and the decrease of total protein and albumin compared with those prior to the administration of ZNS, were observed (7). Zonisamide is available as capsules of 25, 50 and 100 mg . Phenobarbital has also been used to treat episodic dyscontrol syndrome (rage) in dogs when seizure activity is demonstrable via electroencephalogram recordings. doi: 10.1111/j.1939-1676.2011.00783.x, 16. This may suggest that PAE or CAE are not necessarily associated with higher serum concentration of ZNS than the reference range. The recommended oral starting dose of zonisamide in dogs is 37 mg/kg BID and 710 mg/kg BID in dogs co-administered hepatic microsomal enzymes inducers such as PB [11, 28]. Felbamate is a dicarbamate AED that exerts its anticonvulsant effects through multiple mechanisms, including potentiating GABA-mediated neuronal inhibition, inhibiting voltage-sensitive neuronal calcium and sodium channels, and blocking N-methyl-d-aspartatemediated neuronal excitation. Here, we report three dogs with abnormal behavior episodes associated with ZNS. Figure 1. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: N Z Vet J. This is the place for general questions about drugs, long-term treatment concerns, possible influences of other drugs (such as antibiotics, heartworm preventatives, or anesthetics) for epileptic dogs, and other concerns. Begin by separating the puppies from their mother for a few hours at a time. A 2-week telephone follow-up revealed this dog was exhibiting unusual behavior episodes of abrupt barking during sleep without obvious external stimuli. The decision to start maintenance anticonvulsant or antiepileptic therapy should be based on the frequency and severity of the seizures, the age of onset, the likely cause(s) of the seizures, and the results of diagnostic testing. In cats, side effects may include inappetence (lack of appetite), diarrhea, vomiting, incoordination while walking, and sleepiness. The phenobarbital metabolite is likely the major functional one, and there may not be an advantage to using primidone over phenobarbital. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. She's been on it so briefly, but who knows, the KBR may have caused it. Common adverse effects include transient GI distress, alopecia, sedation, and vomiting. Acta Neurol Scand. Perhaps with the money I save on stopping the Zoni, I could hire a dog nurse to give the Keppra strictly. Antidepressants - SSRIs and SNRIs Citalopram (Celexa) Duloxetine (Cymbalta ) Escitalopram (Lexapro) When the owner called him during the abnormal behavior episode, the dog was able to come out of it and went back to himself. Especially since he started with a cluster, and had another cluster when they tried to drop the dose, it sounds like this is a dog that will need to . An oral loading dosage of 400600 mg/kg of bromide is divided into four doses and given with food over a 1- to 4-day period. Oral phenobarbital has been used in ruminants at 11 mg/kg/day and in horses at 311 mg/kg/day. While separated, introduce the puppies to eating from a pan. (2007) 68:4550. (2017) 251:145761. The recommended initial dosage is 15 mg/kg, PO, tid, but the dose can be increased every 1421 days in increments of 15 mg/kg if therapeutic benefit has not been noted. Within another week, the abnormal behavior episodes completely disappeared. by readerofthepack Tue Aug 12, 2014 8:03 pm, Post MRI and cerebrospinal fluid analysis were rejected by the owner given the concerns associated with general anesthesia and long history of presumptive idiopathic epilepsy. Brief exposure to temperatures between 15C (59F) and 30C (86F) is permitted. It should not be used in pets with liver disease or breeding or pregnant animals. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 8,997 people who have side . I do hope your progress continues in such a positive manner from here on. Please note that we cannot make specific recommendations for individual dogs - for this, please consult your veterinarian. doi: 10.1097/MJT.0b013e31824d617f, 34. In all species, it takes ~2 wk to approach a steady-state plasma concentration, because oral absorption is extremely variable and the half-life is long. I do fear removing a drug completely since things have been "okay" lately -- but with Apollo having such bad ataxia this past week it is certainly making me concerned My boy has done marvelous on the zonisamide with no side effects, but my other epileptic who has passed away didn't get much of a break from seizing with zonisamide, they're all so different. An MRI and cerebrospinal fluid analysis were both unremarkable. This pyrrolidine-based anticonvulsant has an unknown mechanism of action. Possible drug-induced hepatopathy in a dog receiving zonisamide monotherapy for treatment of cryptogenic epilepsy. The episodic aggression lasted up to 30 s in duration, returning back immediately following. Keep us posted on how she's doing. A 6-year-old female spayed miniature poodle weighing 5.05 kg was referred to Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Center for episodic aggression. She's on a low-fat diet for a few weeks to help her pancreas return to normal. Rania Gollakner, BS, DVM, MPH, Contributors: Rania Gollakner, BS, DVM, MPH. This was not the case for me. Given the history and unremarkable clinicopathological analyses results, ZNS dose was reduced to 4.5 mg/kg PO q12h without any changes in LEV and glycerine to avoid multiple variables at one time for assessing the clinical response to the medication adjustment. The owner reported that significant improvements were recognized within 24 h after the dose reduction and no seizure episodes were witnessed. Zonisamide - induced urinary lithiasis in patients with intractable epilepsy. Track the occurrence of seizures while your pet is taking this medication to help monitor how well this medication is working. Studies suggest that 60% of dogs respond initially; however, after 48 mo, there is a loss of effect in of previous responders because of development of tolerance. Weaning a Litter of Puppies. b. An IV formulation can be used in status epilepticus. Episodes showed no response to acepromazine (unknown dose or route). The owner reported the same abnormal behavior episodes relapsed within 12 h after re-introduction and gradually deteriorated over the next 3 days. The seizure episode was described as sudden running fit with falling and defecation, followed by 12-min duration of opisthotonus, clonic motor activities, and copious amount of ptyalism. There are important risks to think about when stopping seizure medications. Pancratitis can be dealt with, I hope your vet comes thru for you and your pup. The last one almost killed him. Severe withdrawal symptoms, even lethal seizures, may appear after abrupt discontinuation of chronic clorazepate treatment, in spite of the relatively low tolerance liability of clorazepate. Upon the initial visit, the physical and neurological examinations were overall unremarkable other than severe degenerative joint condition in his bilateral elbow, coxofemoral, and stifle joints. Dose adjustments of other anti-seizure medications in case 2 did not result in significant changes in these behavior episodes. Oligohydrosis and fever in pediatric patients treated with zonisamide. Pets with a hypersensitivity or an allergy to sulfonamide drugs should use zonisamide with caution. Zonisamide (brand name: Zonegran) is an anticonvulsant (antiseizure) medication that is either used as an initial therapy for epilepsy or as an add-on drug for difficult to control seizures. Upon the initial visit, the physical and neurological examinations were overall unremarkable. Long-term safety and effectiveness of zonisamide in the treatment of epilepsy: a review of the literature. It may still be used in status epilepticus in dogs as a slow IV injection of 25 mg/kg. doi: 10.5326/0400285, 31. Clorazepate dipotassium (0.51 g/kg, tid) has been proposed as an adjunct to phenobarbital treatment in dogs. Vet says if the switch doesn't improve her behavior, she suspects a physical tumor and at that point is just a matter of time. (2008) 10:41821. Looking for a convenient way to access your pets health records, refill prescriptions, view upcoming appointments and more? Our 5 y.o. (2015) 21:68391. Zonisamide use may be associated with the following side effects in dogs: sedation, incoordination while walking, vomiting, and lack of appetite. Epilepsy Res. Copyright 2021 Kanazono, Ukai and Hiramoto. Treatment in canine epilepsy - a systematic review. Zonisamide was prescribed with the gradual dose increment plan potentially up to 13.7 mg/kg q12h if needed based on his seizure frequency. The abrupt episode typically lasted for ~2030 s. 1. Seven days after complete discontinuation of ZNS, abnormal behavior episode completely disappeared, and the appetite was recovered by 80% according to the owner. In human medicine, there were several reports of psychiatric and behavioral side effects associated with ZNS (1, 24, 3336). This medication should be used with caution in nursing mothers, as it is unknown at this time if zonisamide is excreted in maternal milk. Bromide is renally eliminated and thus should not be used in dogs with renal dysfunction without careful monitoring. This usually takes one to four days. Hada M, Tamura K, Orima H, Kanazono S, Komatsu T, Ishimura T, et al. (2018) 24:14752. Another week later, the owner reported the increasing frequency and the change in the episodic abnormal behavior. (2012) 60:3579. This drug stabilizes the brain cells and prevents the unregulated electrical discharges in the brain that cause. Kubota M, Nishi-Nagase M, Sakakihara Y, Noma S, Nakamoto M, Kawaguchi H, et al. Most dogs will continue for the rest of their lives to have seizures, it now becomes about control. Systematic review of antiepileptic drugs' safety and effectiveness in feline epilepsy. Collinet A, Sammut V. Suspected zonisamide-related anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome in a cat. Our consideration for keeping the pheno are 1) it is still the necessary drug to re-load Spencer with to control bad clusters, 2) its main side effect (hunger) is manageable and 3) liver damage (enzymes) is being monitored & is acceptable for the moment " with Milk Thistle supplement. Neuro advised to wean him off both and put him on Zonisamide. Charalambous M, Pakozdy A, Bhatti SFM, Volk HA. Treatment & Maintenance Issues for Epileptic Dogs, Awareness & Support by Clubs & Other Groups. Erythema multiforme associated with zonisamide in a dog. For the relief of ankylosing spondylitis, the recommended dosage of Voltaren (diclofenac) is 100-125 mg/day, administered as 25 mg four times a day, with an extra 25-mg dose at bedtime if necessary. Many laboratory assays cannot distinguish between serum bromide and chloride ions, so serum chloride values may be reported as falsely high. Because it does not undergo hepatic metabolism, bromide is useful in dogs with liver disease. This synthetic analogue of the inhibitory neurotransmitter -amino butyric acid (GABA) inhibits seizure activity via multiple mechanisms, including inhibition of neuronal sodium channels and potentiation of the release and action of GABA. My doctor mentioned the possibility of some side effects, but both he and the drug literature mentioned that the effects would probably go away within 4-6 weeks. Zaccara G, Specchio LM. doi: 10.1016/j.eplepsyres.2005.11.004, PubMed Abstract | CrossRef Full Text | Google Scholar, 2. They are effective at stopping prolonged seizures or clusters of seizures. doi: 10.1292/jvms.11-0164, 17. The exact same episodes relapsed within days after re-administration of zonisamide and disappeared again shortly after discontinuation of zonisamide. If you have a seizure, you may be unable to drive yourself to school or work for some time. Erath JR, Nessler JN, Riese F, Hnerfauth E, Rohn K, Tipold A. Behavioral changes under levetiracetam treatment in dogs. The plan now will be to wean the Zonisamide. by SpencerBhumi Fri Jul 05, 2013 2:30 am, Post The only cases where I try to wean off seizure meds within a fairly short period of time (couple months) is if there was an obvious cause of the seizures that was resolved, such as toxin exposure. J Vet Med Sci. (2018) 200:10613. In one report, it was listed as an adjunct AED for dogs, but its effectiveness is not yet known. Severe bromide toxicosis (bromism) is characterized by lethargy, disorientation, delirium, and ataxia progressing to quadriplegia and coma. Neurology. It may be combined with phenobarbital or bromide. Bermejo PE, Ruiz-Huete C, Anciones B. Zonisamide in managing impulse control disorders in Parkinson's disease. For some of us, it takes . Sci. The severity of the episodic aggression was scaled as 100% at the initial appointment and the sequential change in the severity was evaluated by the client and provided at each follow-up appointment in the gross scale of 0100%. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. doi: 10.1007/s00415-010-5603-7, 9. While the dog remained herself over the next 3 days during hospitalization after reintroduction of ZNS, the exact same episodes relapsed on the night after discharge. These patients improved shortly after ZNS was discontinued. Zappia M, Albanese A, Bruno E, Colosimo C, Filippini G, Martinelli P, et al. The option that is best for you depends on several factors: In general, it is better to control seizures with a single medication. Disposition and safety of zonisamide after intravenous and oral single dose and oral multiple dosing in normal hound dogs. Prior to referral, this dog had been on ZNS at the dose of 10 mg/kg PO q12h for presumptive idiopathic epilepsy over the past 3 years and epilepsy had been extremely well-controlled with no seizure episodes witnessed. For the most part, people who continue to have seizures despite taking two or more medications at appropriate doses may not benefit by adding medications without removing others. Child Care/Camps/Rec. by ShilohsMom Wed Aug 13, 2014 8:19 am, Post The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest. The trusted provider of veterinary information since 1955, Overview of Systemic Pharmacotherapeutics of the Nervous System, Antiepileptic Drugs Used to Stop Ongoing Seizure Activity, Maintenance Anticonvulsant or Antiepileptic Therapy, Last review/revision Mar 2015 | Modified Nov 2022. Weintraub D, Buchsbaum R, Resor SR, Hirsch LJ. (2014) 10:257. doi: 10.1186/s12917-014-0257-9, 33. Some of the side effects of Zonisimide include dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting and trouble sleeping. (2007) 30:23040. Many drugs are commonly prescribed for off label use in veterinary medicine. Cardiovascular defects were prominent in both rats and dogs. While most of the human patients developed PAE or CAE in the first 3 months of exposure to ZNS and resulted in discontinuation of ZNS within 5 months, some human patients developed PAE or CAE after many months after ZNS treatment was started, often in association with late dose increment of ZNS (24). (2014) 21:889. This dog had an episode of cluster seizures. A total of 10 dogs were enrolled in the study, and all dogs received levetiracetam at a dose of 20 mg/kg/day. It appears very safe with no to few adverse effects (ataxia, sedation, vomiting) reported at the routine dosage ranges. This effect from phenobarbital can last up to 10 weeks after phenobarbital use has been discontinued. Seizures are involuntary and may cause changes in movement, behavior, or consciousness. A 10-year-old male castrated miniature poodle was referred to Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Center for recent onset of generalized seizure episodes, decreased appetite, and abnormal behavior. Use to remove results with certain terms Charalambous M, Shivapour SK, Brodbelt DC, Volk HA. In dogs not on drugs that induce hepatic microsomal enzymes, the dosage is 5 mg/kg, PO, bid. Bromide therapy must be titrated to the individual animal based on careful therapeutic drug monitoring and careful monitoring by the owner for early signs of toxicity. (2004) 40:28591. Serum level of ZNS was 47.8 g/ml. Brain Dev. (2007) 48:1348. Please confirm that you are a health care professional. Get the personalized nutrition plan your dog needs with non-GMO air dried dog food. MRI, cerebrospinal fluid analysis, and fasted and postprandial total bile acid analyses were within normal limits. Schwartz M, Muana KR, Olby NJ. In most cases, the risk of stopping medication slowly is low. by SpencerBhumi Mon Jul 01, 2013 5:09 pm, Post But, taking them daily may cause drowsiness, dizziness and loss of balance, and other side effects. Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant during . Mephenytoin, although related to phenytoin, has been effective in dogs (10 mg/kg, tid) because of a slower rate of elimination. Our recommendation of reintroducing ZNS for confirmation of direct association between the aggressive behavior and ZNS was rejected by the owner for safety concern of the family members. The effects of this short-acting medication typically last only 24 hours in dogs. A 2-week telephone follow-up revealed this dog was exhibiting unusual behavior episodes of abrupt barking during sleep without obvious external stimuli. doi: 10.1016/j.applanim.2017.11.008, Keywords: episodic abnormal behavior, psychiatric adverse effect, anti-seizure drug, zonisamide, dog, epilepsy, Citation: Kanazono S, Ukai M and Hiramoto A (2021) Abnormal Behavior Episodes Associated With Zonisamide in Three Dogs: A Case Report. Topiramate is a newer AED that is well tolerated by people and increasingly used for neuropathic pain. (2007) 10:10510. Thus, diazepam can be used as a maintenance treatment in cats, with dosages ranging from 0.250.5 mg/kg, PO, bid-tid. Dermatol. doi: 10.1212/01.wnl.0000250236.75053.16, 10. However, aside from a previous report by Walker et al. In people, felbamate has been associated with aplastic anemia and liver toxicity. Severe signs of toxicity are easily treated by IV administration of 0.9% sodium chloride, which promotes renal excretion of the bromide ion. Feeding. Higher dosages (3060 mg/kg, PO, tid-qid) may be necessary but can produce sedation and ataxia. However, sudden jerky movement of the upper body was increasingly noticed along with tapering off process of ZNS. Supplementary Video 1. Rare side effects include liver disease, urinary stones, and aggression. Call our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline and talk with an epilepsy information specialist or submit a question online. The incidence of PAE severe enough to result in discontinuation of ZNS was 6.9%; the incidence of CAE resulting in discontinuation of ZNS was 5.8%. Epilepsy centers provide you with a team of specialists to help you diagnose your epilepsy and explore treatment options. Bromide (potassium or sodium salt) can be used as a first-choice AED in dogs with epilepsy, as an adjunctive AED in dogs with refractory seizure disorders, or for dogs that have unacceptable adverse effects related to phenobarbital or other AEDs. CBC, serum biochemical analysis, and urinalysis were within the reference intervals. Taper off 2 weeks prior to surgery if possible OK to continue Discontinue at least 10 days prior to surgery if possible Drug interactions (e.g., ephedrine, meperidine, methadone, tramadol), which could cause a hypertensive crisis. by SpencerBhumi Fri Aug 08, 2014 2:50 pm, Post Although therapeutic and toxic range of ZNS in dogs has not been well-established yet, serum concentration at 47.8 g/ml in our case 2 could be considered in high end or above the therapeutic range (6, 7, 25, 28). However, the dosing regimen needs to be tailored for each animal; the upper end of the therapeutic range is only limited by adverse effects of bromide. Post A specialist can also determine if you might benefit from other treatment options like epilepsy surgery. If azotemia is present, a different AED can be used, or the initial bromide dose can be reduced by half and serum concentrations monitored. For children who have undergone successful epilepsy surgery and are now seizure-free, it is reasonable to try coming off medication. Ethical review and approval was not required for the animal study because this case report describes a medical condition of client-owned dogs without serious iatrogenic consequence. by seebr5640 Mon Jul 01, 2013 5:12 am, Post Addition of LEV (27 mg/kg PO q8h) and glycerin (5 ml/head PO q8h) did not alter the abnormal behavior and decreased appetite. Zonisamide has very long-lasting activity in cats and can be used once daily, although, use in the cat is still new and the full potential for side effects is still being worked out. Voltaren should be taken with food to reduce stomach upset. by MK's mom Fri Jun 05, 2015 2:01 pm, Return to Treatment & Maintenance Issues for Epileptic Dogs. These include the drugs clonazepam, clobazam, diazepam, lorazepam, and clorazepate. SK, MU, and AH: data acquisition, figure and supplemental video preparation, and revision of the draft. They are usually given to people with epilepsy only when other anti-seizure medications havent helped. Therefore, the dose of LEV was increased to 40 mg/kg PO q8h, resulting in significant improvement of the jerky movements without relapse in the abnormal behavior. It is well absorbed in dogs after oral administration and undergoes both hepatic and renal metabolism. (2016) 30:47790. You can dip your finger in the formula and wet the puppies' noses and mouths. Introduction. It is typically used twice daily in dogs, usually as a supplement to phenobarbital. Tapering and withdrawing off benzodiazepines can be difficult, particularly after prolonged daily use. Download our seizure tracking app, print out seizure action plans, or explore other educational materials. A maintenance AED should also be considered if the first seizure episode is protracted or severe, or during an episode of status epilepticus (as a followup to emergency treatment, see Antiepileptic Drugs Used to Stop Ongoing Seizure Activity Antiepileptic Drugs Used to Stop Ongoing Seizure Activity In status epilepticus, treatment is essential to prevent death from hyperthermia, acidosis, hypoperfusion, and hypoxia. Diarrhea sometimes develops with clonazepam, but this may be avoided by starting with once daily dosing and increasing the frequency to three times daily over a period of several days. Set up your myVCA account today. Rare side effects occur: N Z Vet J significant changes in movement, behavior, or explore educational. 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