Safe and Efficient Use of Antiseizure Medications
Researchers studied the safety and effectiveness of quickly giving antiseizure medications (ASMs) to patients, focusing on three specific drugs: lacosamide, levetiracetam, and valproate.
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Comorbidities | Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Recent Research | Safety & First Aid
Rare Condition Linked to Lamotrigine Requires Quick Action
Researchers studied two patients who developed a serious condition called haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) after starting a medication called lamotrigine, which is often used to treat epilepsy.
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Diazepam Nasal Spray Safe for Young Kids with Epilepsy
Researchers studied how well diazepam nasal spray works and its safety for young children with epilepsy, specifically those aged 2 to 5 years.
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Phenytoin’s Impact on Driving Safety and Performance
Researchers conducted a study to understand how the antiepileptic drug phenytoin affects driving performance and cognitive abilities.
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Comorbidities | Devices & Neuromodulation | Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Recent Research | Safety & First Aid
Vagus Nerve Stimulation May Help Treat Immune Diseases
Researchers examined the use of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) as a treatment for immune diseases, in addition to its established role in managing neurological conditions like epilepsy and depression.
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Levetiracetam Outperforms Sodium Valproate in Treating Childhood Epilepsy
Researchers conducted a study to compare two common medications used to treat epilepsy in children: levetiracetam and sodium valproate.
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Ganaxolone May Help Reduce Seizures in Epilepsy Patients
Researchers conducted a systematic review to evaluate the effectiveness of a new medication called ganaxolone for treating seizures in people with epilepsy.
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New Insights on Managing Seizure Clusters in Epilepsy Monitoring Units
Learn how to manage seizure clusters in children during EMU stays. Discuss rescue medications with your child’s doctor for better care.
