What side effects can epilepsy medications cause?
ANSWER
Epilepsy medications can cause a variety of side effects, including fatigue, slowed or "foggy" thinking, unsteadiness, nausea, as well as skin reactions. It also may make it more likely for you to have thoughts of suicide or have mood disorders. Older adults are often more sensitive to these side effects.
From: Epilepsy Treatments: Find the Right Medication WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Neil Lava on November 11, 2017
SOURCES:
Epilepsy Foundation: "Epilepsy Treatments;" "Special Concerns about Seizure Medications;" and "Ask the Expert (July 2003): Choosing an Effective Therapy for Women and Girls."
American Epilepsy Outreach Foundation: "Treatment: Medication."
FamilyDoctor.org: "Epilepsy."
SOURCES:
Epilepsy Foundation: "Epilepsy Treatments;" "Special Concerns about Seizure Medications;" and "Ask the Expert (July 2003): Choosing an Effective Therapy for Women and Girls."
American Epilepsy Outreach Foundation: "Treatment: Medication."
FamilyDoctor.org: "Epilepsy."
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