BONUS: Mailbag - Is gabapentin toxic in pets?

Send us Fan Mail Gabapentin is showing up more often in veterinary care —but that raises an important question: **Is gabapentin toxic in animals?** In this **BONUS mailbag episode of *Rumor vs Truth***, we answer a listener question about gabapentin use in pets. Hosts **Don Weinberger, PharmD** and **Steve Small, PharmD** dig into what’s really behind concerns about toxicity—and bring in veterinary toxicology expert **Dr. Tina Wismer** to help clarify the risks. Together, they discuss: - Why gabapentin is used in dogs and cats - Where these toxicity concerns come from - The role of **xylitol** in certain liquid formulations—and why this matters - Why dogs, but not cats, are affected by xylitol - What pharmacists and clinical teams should watch for when dispensing - What pet owners should do if exposure is suspected **No CE credit is available for this bonus episode.** CE credit *is* available for our full gabapentin episode. \*\*\*\*\** **🎧 Related Episode (CE Available)** - **Rumor vs Truth: Gabapentin** *(The nerve of gabapentin, is it really as safe as we assumed?)* 🎧Listen: https://rumorvstruth.buzzsprout.com/episodes/19192704 ▶️ Watch: https://youtu.be/0G9FU99me48 \*\*\*\*\** **TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts** - Steve Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC - Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP **Guest** - Tina Wismer, DVM, MS, DABVT, DABT  - Senior Director, ASPCA Poison Control \*\*\*\*\** **Clinical Resources:**  - FAQ: Med Considerations for Cats and Dogs 🏷️ Our listeners can get **10% off** a new or upgraded subscription with code **rvt1026** at checkout.  \*\*\*\*\** Send us Fan Mail Email us: [rumorvstruth@trchealthcare.com](mailto:rumorvstruth@trchealthcare.com) *The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.* Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.