Is acepromazine safe for my seizing epileptic dog to get rest?

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I have a dog who has idiopathic epilepsy. She's on the max dosage of potassium bromide and phenobarbital for her weight. She's had a rough day of seizures and is now in a perpetual confused state getting "stuck" everywhere she's walking, like against a flat wall. I know she's exhausted. I don't have valium for her. I do have 3, 25 mg acepromazine tablets. Is it safe to give her this so she can get some much needed rest? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 5 years and 9 months old | 80 lbs

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm really sorry to hear about poor Bonnie. Unfortunately, acepromazine is not similar to valium for it's anti-seizure effects and can be dangerous to give, so I don't recommend giving it. The fact that she's having a cluster of seizures and is having difficulty resting is concerning enough that she should see a vet as soon as possible. There are other treatment options that can be initiated to help control her seizures. I hope that helps and Bonnie gets better soon.

Is acepromazine safe for my seizing epileptic dog to get rest?

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