Gabapentin
CautionPrescribed to pets for pain/anxiety. Overdose causes sedation and ataxia. Generally safe.
Quick Answer: Is Gabapentin Toxic to Dogs or Cats?
Use this short answer first, then read symptoms and what to do next.
Can dogs have Gabapentin?
Usually no, but use caution. Gabapentin may still cause problems for dogs depending on amount, preparation, or sensitivity.
Can cats have Gabapentin?
Usually no, but use caution. Gabapentin may still cause problems for cats depending on amount, preparation, or sensitivity.
Symptoms to watch for
Sedation, incoordination, ataxia, sleepiness
What should I do now?
Contact vet. Large overdoses need monitoring. Generally recovers.
Dogs
Use caution
Cats
Use caution
Risk level
Caution
Symptoms
Sedation, incoordination, ataxia, sleepiness
What to do now
Contact vet. Large overdoses need monitoring. Generally recovers.
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Symptoms to Watch For
Sedation, incoordination, ataxia, sleepiness
What to Do
Contact vet. Large overdoses need monitoring. Generally recovers.
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