My dog took Fluconazole. Will it cause seizures or other side effects?

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  Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on November 28th, 2016

  No, Fluconazole does not cause seizures. It has fewer adverse side effects in dogs than other anti-fungal drugs used in dogs. If you have concerns about using it in Bruno, I would speak to the vet who prescribed it for him.

  

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  Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on November 30th, 2016

  Seizures are not listed as an adverse effect of giving any pet Fluconazole. I am unsure why sources you read that indicated this but according to the Plumbs veterinary drug handbook these are the only listed possible side effects of this medication- "Fluconazole is well tolerated in the majority of dogs and cats treated. Occasionally, inappetence, vomiting, or diarrhea has been reported. Hepatotoxicity is possible and approximately 15-20% of dogs treated long-term may have increased ALT concentrations. Occasionally ALT increases will worsen necessitating fluconazole discontinuation. In humans, side effects have been generally limited to occasional GI effects (vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia/nausea) and headache. Rarely, increased liver enzymes and hepatic toxicity, exfoliative skin disorders, and thrombocytopenia have been reported in humans."

  

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  Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on December 9th, 2016

  The amount of fluconazole your dog should get per month depends on the indication, ie why he is prescribed it. Fluconazole is a prescription medicine and should not be given to a dog unless your vet deems it the proper medication. All medications can have side effects. Whether side effects occur depends on the individual. When a medication is prescribed, we always weigh up the risks (side effects) vs. the benefits. a usual dose for severe fungal infections such as blastomycosis, Cryptococcosis, etc, for dogs is 2.5 to 5mg/kkg (2.2.lbs) by mouth every 12 hours. Depending on your dog's condition this may be reduced or increased by your vet. Adverse reactions are usually nausea, diarrhea and sometimes renal impairment. when these occur a dose reduction should be done (but only after consulting with your vet). Seizures are not listed side effects according to my information.

  

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  Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on November 28th, 2016

  Fluconazole does not cause seizures. A reported side effect can be jaundice, which can be caused by liver failure, but overall it has been found to be a safe drug in dogs. It has the fewest adverse side effects compared with other anti-fungal drugs used for dogs.

  

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