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Gabapentin for Epilepsy

Drug details for Gabapentin for epilepsy.
Epilepsy - What Increases Your Risk

The risk of developing epilepsy increases if you have family history of epilepsy or a head injury with loss of consciousness or amnesia for more than 24 hours.
Phenobarbital for Epilepsy

Drug details for Phenobarbital for epilepsy.
Nonepileptic Seizures (NES) - Topic Overview

People with nonepileptic seizures (NES) have periods of seizure-like activity. NES are characterized by a loss of or change in physical function without a central nervous system problem. The loss or change causes periods of physical activity or inactivity that resemble epileptic seizures. A person can have both nonepileptic and epileptic seizures. NES are usually related to a mental health ...
Valproate for Epilepsy

Drug details for Valproic acid for epilepsy.
Epilepsy - Topic Overview

What is epilepsy? Epilepsy is a common condition that causes repeated seizures. The seizures are caused by bursts of electrical activity in the brain that are not normal.
Phenytoin for Epilepsy

Drug details for Phenytoin for epilepsy.
Epilepsy - When To Call a Doctor

Seizures do not always require urgent care. However, call 911 or other emergency services immediately if the person having a seizure stops breathing for longer than 30 seconds. After calling or other emergency services, begin rescue breathing.
Levetiracetam for Epilepsy

Drug details for Levetiracetam for epilepsy.
Epilepsy: Taking Your Medicines Properly

You may be taking one or more medications to prevent seizures. To get the most benefit from them, you need to consistently take the right dose of the right medication at the right time. This can be difficult, but by following a few key tips, you can do it.Key pointsBecome informed about the medications you are taking. Learn their names, their purpose, and their expected side effects. Know how ...