Bnot...
Here is some info: Today barbiturates are infrequently used as anticonvulsants and for the induction of anesthesia. Benzodiazepines were made as safer barbiturate alternatives as they are virtually impossible to overdose and thus help thwart individuals with suicidal tendencies. Since the introduction of Diazepam in 1963, the first benzodiazepine prescibed for clinical use, barbiturates have been gradually phased out from use. Some of the barbiturates available are:
Benzodiazepines are things like Valium and Xanax...for relaxation. I'm sure the vet would listen to your request for no barb. It's not like the other meds needed for anesthesia. I'm not sure if vets use Versed...it has a great amnesic effect. I am going to ask my vet when it's my turn....not too far down the road. Actually your question has helped my learn alot!
I hope this helps to ease your mind. Surgery is scary and not entered into lightly.
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