How much is keppra for dogs?

If you’re asking about dosing, Keppra (levetiracetam) is sometimes used off-label to help control seizures in dogs. The exact dose should be set by a veterinarian, but a common starting guideline is:

- About 20 mg/kg by mouth every 12 hours (40 mg/kg per day total). Some vets may use 20 mg/kg every 8 hours (60 mg/kg per day) if seizures aren’t adequately controlled.

Examples:
- 10 kg dog: ~200 mg per dose every 12 hours (400 mg/day)
- 20 kg dog: ~400 mg per dose every 12 hours (800 mg/day)

Formulations:
- Tablets are available in several sizes (e.g., 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg, 1000 mg) but exact dosing may require rounding or using an oral liquid if precision is needed.
- An oral solution is another option and can make precise dosing easier, especially for smaller dogs.

Important notes:
- Dosing is individualized based on weight, response, and tolerability. Do not change the dose without talking to your vet.
- Common side effects include sedation, ataxia (unsteady walk), vomiting, and decreased appetite. More rarely, behavioral changes.
- If your dog has kidney or liver issues, the dose may need adjustment. Monitor for any unusual symptoms and contact your vet if they occur.
- Do not stop levetiracetam abruptly; follow your vet’s tapering plan if you’re changing or stopping the medication.

If you want, tell me your dog’s weight, and whether you’d use tablets or a liquid, and I can help you estimate a dose range and how many tablets or what amount of liquid that would correspond to. Also, if you’re asking about price, I can provide general guidance on costs, but exact prices vary by location and formulation.