The pharmacokinetics of gabapentin in cats.

Derek E Adrian Mark G PapichRonald BaynesEmma G Stafford Benedict Duncan X Lascelles

Published in: Journal of veterinary internal medicine (2018)

Repeated oral dosing of gabapentin did not alter the drug's pharmacokinetics, making dose adjustments unnecessary with long-term treatment. As prepared, the transdermal route is an inappropriate choice for drug administration. These relevant data are important for future studies evaluating potential efficacy of the medication for treating chronic pain states in cats.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
drug administration
neuropathic pain
adverse drug
healthcare
electronic health record
current status
pain management
spinal cord injury
decision making