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My dog on phenobarbital is having cluster seizures. Should I increase dosage?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 8 months old | 60 lbs

My mix breed dog has been on phena bartital for 4months now but his having a cluster of fits starting today must I increase his dosage he was on 2x2 of phena barbital 2the morning 2at night

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Answered By Mara Howard, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 28th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm so sorry to hear Hunter has been suffering from seizures. I would recommend reaching out to your regular veterinarian to discuss alterations in his medication protocol, as it is best for someone familiar with him, his case and his medications to make any alterations. Good luck!

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