Homeopathic Meds - Traumeel

[esudroff]

Wonder if anyone has had success using Traumeel as an add on supplement? My homeopathic vet suggested it in addition to anti-seizure meds. He says that it is a immunomodulator and helps to reduce inflammation in the body from anything and everything including allergies and inappropriate immune responses. He uses it a lot for dogs where seizure cause is unknown. It is all natural and has no side effects. I figure it can't hurt to try. I will post in a bit and let you know how it works out for us.

Thanks, Betsy

[julie199]

Betsy any luck with the Traumeel?

[Chris Douglas]

hi everyone,

anyone try traumeel and can post how it change things in seizure dog(s)?

thanks,
Chris

[lessonskarmataughtme]

Our epileptic pitbull (53LBS) (probably between 4 - 5 years old - rescue dog and unsure of exact age) is currently prescribed Traumeel for a soft tissue injury (muscle? ligament? tendon? or just joint pain?) in her right front shoulder.

[We had an x-ray but it came back 100% normal. So it is not a fracture or bone issue. Vet started us on Traumeel after Rimadyl (anti-inflammatory) didn't seem to help at all. The limping and non-weight baring on the right front leg started after a cluster of 5 seizures in 1 day in August. Maybe our dog wrenched her leg while experiencing one of the seizures or knocked into something? We're not sure. But she's been limping ever since. As per vet's orders, we are limiting exercise and length of her walks. Also, she is not allowed to walk up or down any stairs and is not allowed to jump into or out of the car. I personally worried that this wasn't an injury, but perhaps ataxia or some kind of neurological problem causing the muscle pain or weakness -- caused by the seizures.]

Anyway, to answer the question: We started Traumeel about 1 week ago. And after not having any witnessed seizure activity in over 70 days, she had a mild focal seizure in which she lost use of her hind legs and back-end and started twitching/shaking. Lasted about 2 minutes. She supported her weight with her front legs the entire time and although a bit dazed, she didn't lose consciousness.
Overall, what we witnessed wasn't as serious as the 3-minute long grand mal seizures she used to have once every 15-20 days or so. But, we have never seen her have a focal seizure before. Is this related to the Traumeel she started 1 week ago? Maybe. Not sure. But I am worried about a link here, especially after we had 70+ days seizure free for the first time then added something new and saw something new. But it may be complete coincidence.

Current Meds:
(Zonisamide 400mg morning, 400mg evening).
(Baytril Otic ear drops for ear infection 4-6 drops morning, 4-6 drops evening.)
(KetoHex shampoo for itchy/red/scaly paws - hot spots, every other day on paws.)
(Traumeel tablets for joint pain).

[MK's mom]

My dog's neurologist told me that when you see focal seizures, it just indicates that there is still abnormal electrical activity going on in the brain. If the dog were not on medications (or medications at the ideal dosage) those focals would be grand mals.

Where did you find the traumeel and how much does one give per pound?

[Chris Douglas]

thanks ev1,

I use it myself for arthritis as a gel for my hands, knees, and back ... but after reading esudroff's post I remembered that at the health food store I had the option of gel or pills and that lead me to wonder if giving the tablet form to Molly would help somehow with her seizures ... and I too am curious as to the dosing for dogs per weight?

[Gentle Jacob's mom]

Ironically Jake's vet mentioned Traumeel a few days ago because Jake pulled a muscle last week during a seizure. I'm taking him in for his 6 month evaluation this afternoon and I'll let you know what she says about dosing. Usually when it comes to homeopathic meds, for Jake, (he weighs 56 pounds) it's the same as adult human dose. I would imagine that if you have a smaller dog it would be the child's dose, but I'll check to make sure.

Lynne

[Gentle Jacob's mom]

I forgot to mention that it's available on Iherb.com for a good price.

Lynne

[Gentle Jacob's mom]

I found out that Traumeel is a good anti inflammatory, and the dosing for dogs is: 50 lbs and over is as directed for adults, 20-50 lbs is the child's dose, and under twenty pounds, half the child's dose or what is recommended by the vet. We just started Jake on the adult dose and I'll let you know how he makes out.

Take Care,
Lynne

[Gentle Jacob's mom]

I wanted to let you know that I'm cautiously optimistic about the Traumeel. Jake made it a month between seizures, and for him that is really great! He has seasonal allergies, and Oct/Nov/Dec are his worst months. Usually with itching comes more seizures, and the seizures become more intense. His seizure this time was very mild and he recovered quickly. We're also giving him Heel Allergy. If he makes it through December the same way we might be on to something. I'll keep you posted.

Lynne

[Chris Douglas]

Thanks Lynne,

I haven't made it back to the health food store as it's in another town .. but I hope to get some of it in the tablet form and give it a try ... at least it can't hurt ...

Chris and Molly

[KMarg]

I wanted to let you know that I'm cautiously optimistic about the Traumeel. Jake made it a month between seizures, and for him that is really great! He has seasonal allergies, and Oct/Nov/Dec are his worst months. Usually with itching comes more seizures, and the seizures become more intense. His seizure this time was very mild and he recovered quickly. We're also giving him Heel Allergy. If he makes it through December the same way we might be on to something. I'll keep you posted.

Lynne

Any further updates on this? How is Jake doing?

Thanks.

[Gentle Jacob's mom]

We've used Traumeel as a safe alternative to NSAIDs. Jake has been taking it for almost two years and I do believe it has helped with his seizures as an anti inflammatory. We also use it for one our cats that had chronic itching for over 9 years. She used to dig open her face, chew the hair from her legs and tail. We started her on Traumeel after steroids were only a short term cure. The Traumeel has changed her life. She no longer has itching and hasn't had a problem for over a year and a half. We saw results with both Jake and our cat within a week. The theory is that it can take awhile for homeopathic remedies to take effect. That isn't always the case. There have been a few members that have reported improvement in seizures after trying an anti inflammatory. Traumeel was used in the military as an anti inflammatory and you can find a lot information online.
I hope this helps.
Lynne