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Overview of Systemic Pharmacotherapeutics of the Nervous System

ByLinda Shell, DVM, DACVIM-Neurology, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Reviewed/Revised Mar 2015

    Drugs used to modify or treat disorders of the nervous system fall into several categories: anticonvulsants or antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), tranquilizers, sedatives, analgesics, and psychotropic agents. Also discussed in Analgesics Used in Animals and Principles of Pharmacologic and Natural Treatment for Behavioral Problems.

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