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Some flea and tick meds increase risk of seizures in pets, FDA warns
Source: CBS News
Some flea and tick meds increase risk of seizures in pets, FDA warns
CBS NEWS
PUBLISHED: 09/21/18 08:03 PM EDT
Health officials are alerting pet owners and veterinarians that certain flea and tick treatments might put dogs and cats at an increased risk of neurologic issues, including seizures. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says the drugs are in the isoxazoline class and include Bravecto, Credelio, Nexgard and Simparica.
These products are approved for the treatment and prevention of flea and tick infestations. While these treatments are considered to be generally safe and effective for use in cats and dogs, the FDA recommends pet owners consult with their veterinarian to review their pets' medical histories and determine whether a product in the isoxazoline class is appropriate for their animal.
The affected products have been associated with neurologic adverse reactions, including muscle tremors, ataxia (the loss of full control of bodily movements), and seizures in some dogs and cats, the FDA reports.
While most dogs and cats don't experience neurologic problems related to the treatments, seizures can occur in those even without a prior history.
The FDA says it is working with manufacturers of isoxazoline products to include new label information to highlight the risk of neurologic events.
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CBS NEWS
PUBLISHED: 09/21/18 08:03 PM EDT
Health officials are alerting pet owners and veterinarians that certain flea and tick treatments might put dogs and cats at an increased risk of neurologic issues, including seizures. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says the drugs are in the isoxazoline class and include Bravecto, Credelio, Nexgard and Simparica.
These products are approved for the treatment and prevention of flea and tick infestations. While these treatments are considered to be generally safe and effective for use in cats and dogs, the FDA recommends pet owners consult with their veterinarian to review their pets' medical histories and determine whether a product in the isoxazoline class is appropriate for their animal.
The affected products have been associated with neurologic adverse reactions, including muscle tremors, ataxia (the loss of full control of bodily movements), and seizures in some dogs and cats, the FDA reports.
While most dogs and cats don't experience neurologic problems related to the treatments, seizures can occur in those even without a prior history.
The FDA says it is working with manufacturers of isoxazoline products to include new label information to highlight the risk of neurologic events.
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Read more: https://www.10tv.com/article/some-flea-and-tick-meds-increase-risk-seizures-pets-fda-warns
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Neurotoxic paralysis. 
It happened about 2-1/2 years ago.
Her grave is in my backyard.
They wanted to do an autopsy on her but I wouldn't let them cut my kitty up as she suffered enough as it was in her living state caused by their evil poisons!
FUCKING GREEDY BASTARDS!
I am on their backs and I am not going away until they pull these evil POISONS off of the market!
