Vetina Levetiracetam Solution is a veterinary anticonvulsant oral formulation containing 100 mg of Levetiracetam per ml, specifically developed for the management of epilepsy and seizure disorders in dogs and cats. This flavored oral solution offers precise dosing and easy administration, making it particularly suitable for puppies, kittens, small breed pets, and patients requiring individualized dose adjustments.
Levetiracetam belongs to the pyrrolidine class of antiepileptic drugs and is widely used as a broad-spectrum anticonvulsant. It helps control seizure activity by selectively inhibiting hypersynchronized epileptiform burst firing while preserving normal neuronal function. Unlike conventional anticonvulsants, Levetiracetam does not directly affect GABAergic or glutamatergic receptors but indirectly modulates GABAergic neurotransmission and ionic currents.
Vetina Levetiracetam Solution is recommended for dogs that remain inadequately controlled with phenobarbital or bromides, or for pets unable to tolerate these medications. Clinical evidence suggests that adding Levetiracetam to dogs experiencing phenobarbital-associated liver toxicity may permit reduction of phenobarbital dosage without increasing seizure frequency. It is also considered a useful adjunctive therapy in feline epilepsy.
The flavored formulation ensures improved acceptance and compliance, supporting long-term seizure management and enhancing the quality of life in companion animals.
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COMPOSITION
Each ml contains
Levetiracetam IP – 100 mg
Flavoured Syrup Base – Quantity sufficient
BENEFITS
• Broad-spectrum anticonvulsant for epilepsy management
• Helps reduce abnormal electrical activity in the brain
• Useful in dogs refractory to phenobarbital and bromide therapy
• May allow reduction of phenobarbital dosage in dogs with liver toxicity
• Suitable as monotherapy or adjunctive seizure treatment
• Supports long-term seizure control in dogs and cats
• Flavored oral solution improves palatability and compliance
• Provides accurate dosing for puppies, kittens, and small breed pets
• Generally well tolerated with a wide safety margin
• Helps improve overall quality of life in epileptic companion animals
FEEDING GUIDE
Administer orally as directed by a veterinarian.
Dogs
As an add-on treatment for epilepsy refractory to phenobarbital and bromides
20 mg/kg orally every 8 hours
Alternative dosage range
7.1–23.8 mg/kg orally every 8 hours
Initial dosage
10–20 mg/kg orally every 8 hours
Dose may be increased in 20 mg/kg increments until therapeutic efficacy is achieved.
Cats
Initially
20 mg/kg orally three times daily
FAQ
What is Vetina Levetiracetam Solution used for?
Vetina Levetiracetam Solution is used for the management of epilepsy and seizure disorders in dogs and cats.
Can this solution be used together with phenobarbital?
Yes. It is commonly prescribed as an adjunct therapy alongside phenobarbital in patients with poorly controlled seizures.
Is Vetina Levetiracetam safe for cats?
Yes. Levetiracetam has demonstrated a wide safety margin in cats and is frequently used as an additional anticonvulsant therapy.
What side effects may occur?
Some pets may experience temporary drowsiness, behavioral changes, vomiting, gastrointestinal upset, or transient loss of appetite.
Can pets with kidney disease receive Levetiracetam?
Levetiracetam should be used cautiously in pets with renal impairment, and dose adjustments may be required.
OTHER DETAILS
Brand
Vetina
Product Type
Antiepileptic Oral Solution
Suitable For
Dogs and Cats
Life Stage
Puppies
Kittens
Adult Pets
Senior Pets
Indications
Epilepsy
Focal seizures
Partial-complex epilepsy
Generalized seizures
Adjunct therapy with phenobarbital or bromides
Administration
Oral
Pack Size
100 ml
Warnings
For use in dogs and cats only
Not for human use
For animal treatment only
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to Levetiracetam or formulation ingredients
Use cautiously in animals with renal impairment
Storage Instructions
Store protected from light and moisture at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
Keep out of reach of children.
