
Epiphen Tablets 60mg - per Tablet
60mg Epiphen is a prescription medication used to treat epilepsy in dogs. Each tablet contains 60mg of phenobarbital, a barbiturate that helps control seizures by stabilising electrical activity in the brain.
ORIGINAL VET PRESCRIPTION MUST BE POSTED TO US AS EPIPHEN IS A CONTROLLED DRUG
Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder in dogs that causes recurrent seizures. Epiphen is often prescribed as a long-term treatment to reduce the frequency and severity of seizures. It is widely used as a first-line antiepileptic drug and requires ongoing veterinary monitoring to ensure safe and effective management of the condition.
How Epiphen Works
Epiphen contains phenobarbital, a medication that works by depressing excessive brain activity to prevent seizures. Seizures occur when there is uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain, leading to sudden and unpredictable episodes of convulsions, twitching, or loss of consciousness.
Phenobarbital works by:
- Increasing the activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that reduces nerve excitability.
- Decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures.
- Stabilising brain activity to prevent sudden electrical surges.
Epiphen is absorbed into the bloodstream after administration and reaches therapeutic levels within a few hours. However, it may take several weeks for the full effects to be observed as the body adjusts to the medication.