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Overview of Systemic Pharmacotherapeutics of the Nervous System in Animals

ByAude Castel, D.V. MSc, University of Montreal, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
Reviewed/Revised Apr 2025

Drugs used to modify, modulate, or treat disorders of the nervous system fall into several categories: anticonvulsants (antiepileptics), tranquilizers, sedatives, analgesics, and psychotropic agents. Also see Normal Social Behavior and Behavior Problems of Domestic Animals.

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