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    International Veterinary Epilepsy Task Force consensus proposal: Medical treatment of canine epilepsy in Europe

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    In Europe, the number of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) licensed for dogs has grown considerably over the last years. Nevertheless, the same questions remain, which include, 1) when to start treatment, 2) which drug is best used initially, 3) which adjunctive AED can be advised if treatment with the initial drug is unsatisfactory, and 4) when treatment changes should be considered. In this consensus proposal, an overview is given on the aim of AED treatment, when to start long-term treatment in canine epilepsy and which veterinary AEDs are currently in use for dogs. The consensus proposal for drug treatment protocols, 1) is based on current published evidence-based literature, 2) considers the current legal framework of the cascade regulation for the prescription of veterinary drugs in Europe, and 3) reflects the authors’ experience. With this paper it is aimed to provide a consensus for the management of canine idiopathic epilepsy. Furthermore, for the management of structural epilepsy AEDs are inevitable in addition to treating the underlying cause, if possible

    Factors Affecting Nutrient Consumption

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    A.E. Res. 83-2

    Food Consumption, Prices, and Expenditures, 1985

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    Per capita food consumption rose 2.2 percent in 1985 to a record high. Crop product consumption was up 3.4 percent, while animal food increased 1.4 percent. This bulletin presents 1965-85 data on per capita food consumption, prices, nutrient availability, food expenditures, and U.S. income and population. Food consumption data are based on estimates of production and marketing of food products and are not direct estimates of consumption. Per capita red meat consumption increased 0.7 pound, per person increased slightly. Fresh fruit consumption rose 0.7 pound per person, while fresh vegetable consumption increased 0.7 pound. Total sweetener consumption rose slightly

    Food Consumption, Prices and Expenditures, 1964-84

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    Retail food prices in 1984 rose 3.8 percent, aggregate food consumption r~se 1 percent, and personal food consumption. expenditures for food rose 7.0 percent from 1983. This bulletin presents 1964-84 data on per capita food consumption, prices, nutrient availability, food expenditures and marketing costs, and U.s. income and population.. Per capita red meat consumption declined 0.6 pound, while poultry use rose 2 pounds. Dairy product consumption per person increased slightly. Fresh fruit consumption fell 0.9 pound per person, while fresh vegetable consumption increased 4.4 pounds. Total sweetener consumption rose slightly

    A Description of An Economic Model of U.S. Dairy Farm and Product Markets

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