My small dog's seizures worsening on Potassium Bromide. What now?

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What is the maximum dose of Potassium Bromide for a dog weighing 2.55kg? My 14 month Papillon started having seizures when she was 7 months old. She was on Epiphen and Keppra. We have now discovered she has a liver shunt so she has been weaned off the Epiphen. And is now on Potassium Bromide and Keppra. We are gradually weaning her off the Keppra. She has always had cluster seizures but now they are getting worse. She is on 1/4 Keppra x2 and 0.15 x 2 of potassium bromide. Pet's info: Dog | Papillon | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 5.62 lbs

Eryn Taormina, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there! I'm sorry to hear about Deedee's troubles. However I would not adjust the dose of seizure medications unless it's done so under the direct supervision of Deedee's veterinarian. I would give them a jingle and let them know the seizures are worsening as you're weaning off of the Keppra. They can make the adjustment based on her history. One thing you can try that is usually very benign and has minimal negative side effects as far as we know is CBD oil. Check out 7 leaf pet. I never use CBD oil by itself, or in place of seizure medications, but have found in some cases that when used as adjunctive therapy, it can help a lot. Just be sure to call Deedee's vet right away though, and let them know what's going on! Best of luck!

My small dog's seizures worsening on Potassium Bromide. What now?

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