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Anti-epileptic drugs help prevent the rapid and repetitive electrical changes in the brain that cause seizures. The drugs in this class include Carbamazepine, Valproate, Gabapentin, Pregabalin, Topiramate, and Oxcarbazepine. Some of the side effects of these drugs are drowsiness, ataxia, headache, blurred vision, and nausea.

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What are the effective epilepsy medicines for children?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Epilepsy is a long-term disease that needs long-term medication, and nothing can be done. I cannot change the medications.

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How should women with epilepsy plan before pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Yes, seizures can affect the baby if they are uncontrolled, and seizure attacks may increase during pregnancy.

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My daughter has seizures. Are there newer therapies?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand how concerning this must be for both you and your daughter, especially as she prepares to start college.

I am 30, female with seizures. Should I start medication?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.comI understand your worry. Let me explain in simple terms:Seizures can occur suddenly, even in otherwise healthy people.

Is lifelong medication needed for epilepsy in a 25-year-old?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concerns.

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What triggers should one watch out for seizures?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I am sure it must be really worrying not to know about seizures and epilepsy.

How to manage epilepsy in females during pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

Is there any new treatment with few side effects for seizures?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com., I read your query and can understand your concern. Anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) are the most commonly used treatment for epilepsy.

What are the side effects of antiepileptic drugs?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, all antiepileptic drugs cause weight gain. In fact, Levipil (Levetiracetam) is also known to cause weight gain and hair loss.

Whole body shakes during sleep. What is it?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The diagnosis seems to be correct (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It indeed looks like epilepsy. Sometimes, the cause is unclear.

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