Simple measures can prevent head injuries during epileptic seizures. These include:
- Wearing seatbelts while driving; however, all states have laws that do not allow you to drive unless you have been seizure-free for a period of time.
- Wearing bicycle helmets
- Putting children in car seats
- Taking your medication
Avoid activities that may lead to harm if you have a seizure, such as climbing a ladder, rock climbing alone, swimming, or bathing alone.
If you have seizures, take your epilepsy medication after a first or second or seizure may also help prevent recurrent seizures.if you have seizures, take your medication.