Is fear a side effect of Phenobarbital in dogs?

[Deborah G]

My dog began having seizures about 10 days ago and began taking Phenobarbital then. Today while out at dog related event, he became very fearful, anxious, and was barking loudly as though he was in pain, though I could find no reason for any of this. Could this be a side effect of his medication? He is only a little over a year old.

[ladypam]

for people, phenobarbital is sometimes used to cure anxiety. But for dogs, I am not quite sure. But with these types of medications, side effects also include anxiety. If you think there is something unusual with what your dog is feeling, then you can probably consult your vet about it.

Hope this helps.

[tinmuning]

Hi there! I got this from Phenobarbital

PB (Phenobarbital) side effects in dogs are "sedation, lethargy, excessive urination, excessive thirst and excessive hunger, hyperexcitability, ataxia (loss of coordination or hind end weakness) and restlessness. Most of these side effects diminish or disappear after the first few weeks of therapy. Excessive urination, excessive thirst and excessive hunger are the most common long-term side effects."

Hope this one helps!

[francis84]

Using phenobarbitals for dog's seisure have side effects like sedation, lethargy, excessive urination, excessive thirst and excessive hunger, hyperexcitability, ataxia (loss of coordination or hind end weakness) and restlessness. Most of these side effects diminish or disappear after the first few weeks of therapy. Excessive urination, excessive thirst and excessive hunger are the most common long-term side effects.

[Deborah G]

Thanks everyone for all your help. I learned a lot from the informations you all gave. Thanks!