Epilepsy Articles A-Z

Nurontin

Both postherpetic neuralgia and a certain type of epileptic seizure can be treated with Neurontin. This eMedTV Web page takes a brief look at how the drug works, dosing information, and available forms. Nurontin is a common misspelling of Neurontin.

Phenytek

Phenytek, a prescription medication, can help to control certain epileptic seizures. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth overview of Phenytek, including information on its possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.

Phenytek and Breastfeeding

Phenytek (phenytoin) passes through breast milk in women. This eMedTV article explains what to do if you are taking Phenytek and breastfeeding at the same time. This page also discusses why some doctors believe the drug is safe to take.

Phenytek and Pregnancy

Taking Phenytek (phenytoin) during pregnancy could cause birth defects and other problems. This eMedTV article explains why Phenytek is a pregnancy Category D medicine and discusses what to do if you are taking Phenytek and pregnancy occurs.

Phenytek Dosage

As this eMedTV segment explains, the recommended starting Phenytek dosage for treating seizures will be based on several factors, such as age and weight. This page provides general Phenytek dosing guidelines for treating adults and children.

Phenytek Drug Information

Phenytek is a medicine approved for treating epilepsy. This eMedTV Web segment looks at the drug. Information includes side effects, dosing, drug interactions, and much more.

Phenytek Drug Interactions

Drug interactions can occur when Phenytek is taken with certain other drugs, such as alcohol and digoxin. This eMedTV page discusses these and several other Phenytek drug interactions, and describes the problems that these interactions can cause.

Phenytek Overdose

Vomiting and slurred speech are a few possible symptoms of a Phenytek (phenytoin) overdose. This eMedTV resource explains the factors that may affect a Phenytek overdose and provides information on treatment options that are available.

Phenytek Side Effects

Possible side effects of Phenytek include confusion, unusual eye movements, and slurred speech. This eMedTV resource outlines other possible Phenytek side effects, and explains which side effects may require medical attention.

Phenytek Uses

Phenytek is used for treating grand mal and complex partial seizures, and seizures caused by brain surgery. This eMedTV page covers these and other Phenytek uses, including possible off-label uses (such as treating migraines) and its use in children.

Phenytek Warnings and Precautions

Phenytek can make certain health conditions worse, such as porphyria. This portion of the eMedTV Web site lists more Phenytek warnings and precautions, including who should avoid Phenytek and what to tell your doctor before starting the drug.

Precautions and Warnings With Diazepam

Before taking diazepam, let your doctor know if you are nursing or thinking of nursing. This eMedTV page covers other precautions and warnings with diazepam, such as the safety of taking diazepam while pregnant and people who shouldn't take the drug.

Precautions and Warnings With Primidone

Be sure to see how primidone affects you before driving or operating machinery. This eMedTV page covers several precautions and warnings with primidone, including what to tell your doctor prior to taking the drug and who should not take primidone.

Precautions and Warnings With Valproic Acid

If you have a rash and fever while taking valproic acid, tell your doctor right away. This eMedTV article presents other precautions and warnings with valproic acid, such as possible drug interactions and the safety of taking the drug while pregnant.

Preventing Epilepsy

Preventing epilepsy can involve taking medications, avoiding head injuries, and getting good prenatal care. This eMedTV page explores these and other methods of epilepsy prevention, such as treating medical conditions (such as high blood pressure).

Primadone

Primidone is a prescription medicine licensed for the treatment of certain epileptic seizures. This eMedTV page offers a brief overview of primidone and provides general precautions for taking the drug. Primadone is a common misspelling of primidone.

Primidone

Primidone is a prescribed medicine approved for treating grand mal and partial seizures. This eMedTV article explains how primidone works to treat these types of epileptic seizures and also provides information on side effects and dosing guidelines.

Primidone Alternatives

This eMedTV segment explains that if you develop bothersome side effects or if your seizures are not under control with primidone, alternatives are available. Some primidone alternatives include other seizure medicines, surgery, or a special diet.

Primidone and Breastfeeding

Primidone does pass through breast milk in women. This selection from the eMedTV Web site explains the side effects to watch out for if you are taking primidone and breastfeeding at the same time (such as developmental delays and weight loss).

Primidone and Pregnancy

Primidone is classified as a pregnancy Category D drug, meaning it is probably not safe during pregnancy. This eMedTV page provides an overview of primidone and pregnancy, noting the possible problems the medication can cause (such as birth defects).

Primidone Dosing

Several factors may affect your primidone dosage, such as your age and other medications you're taking. This eMedTV resource discusses primidone dosing guidelines, including detailed information on when and how to take the medication.

Primidone Drug Information

Primidone Overdose

Difficulty breathing, sweating, and a rapid heart rate are a few possible symptoms of a primidone overdose. This eMedTV resource explains the factors that may affect a primidone overdose and provides information on available treatment options.

Primidone Withdrawal

Stopping primidone too quickly can lead to seizures or other symptoms of primidone withdrawal. This eMedTV Web page offers detailed information on when primidone withdrawal symptoms may occur and explains what your doctor may recommend.

Problems With Diazepam

As with any medication, it is possible to develop certain problems with diazepam. This segment from the eMedTV archives lists common side effects of this medicine and describes potentially serious problems that require immediate medical attention.

Problems With Klonopin

As with any drug, it is possible to develop certain side effects or problems with Klonopin. This eMedTV page lists some of the most common side effects seen with Klonopin and also describes potentially serious problems that require medical attention.

Problems With Lamictal

As with any medication, side effects are possible with Lamictal. This segment from the eMedTV archives lists some of the common problems with Lamictal that were reported in clinical studies and explains which side effects require medical attention.

Problems With Lyrica

Some of the potential problems with Lyrica may include dizziness, drowsiness, and coordination problems. This eMedTV resource describes other possible side effects of this drug, including potentially serious ones that require immediate medical care.

Problems With Neurontin

Common side effects of Neurontin include drowsiness, dizziness, and coordination problems. As this eMedTV page explains, while most side effects are minor, some problems with Neurontin are potentially serious and require immediate medical attention.

Problems With Topamax

Fatigue, drowsiness, and dizziness are some of the problems that have been reported with Topamax. This eMedTV resource lists other common side effects, as well as potentially serious Topamax problems that may require prompt medical attention.

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a common complication of shingles. As this eMedTV article explains, it is characterized by intense ear pain and paralysis of facial nerves. This article provides an overview of this condition.

Risks With Diazepam

Diazepam is a controlled substance that has a significant potential for abuse. This portion of the eMedTV Web site discusses some of the other potential risks with diazepam, including more warnings about the abuse potential for this medicine.

Seizure Medications and Suicide

People who take seizure medications have a higher risk of suicidal behavior than those who do not. This eMedTV segment gives an overview of seizure medications and suicide, including an important FDA warning on the topic.

Side Affects of Neurontin

Neurontin side effects can include dizziness and drowsiness. This eMedTV page lists some side effects seen with the drug and offers a link to more information. Side affects of Neurontin is a common misspelling and variation of Neurontin side effects.

Side Effects of Primidone

The most common side effects of primidone include coordination problems and spinning sensations. This eMedTV selection provides a detailed list of side effects that can occur while taking this medication, including statistics on how often they occur.

Side Effects of Tegratol

Among the possible side effects of Tegretol are dizziness and nausea. This eMedTV page describes both common and serious side effects that can occur when taking the drug. Side effects of Tegratol is a common misspelling of side effects of Tegretol.

Side Effects of Topomax

Common Topamax side effects include nausea, confusion, and drowsiness. This eMedTV article lists other common side effects and also describes some serious problems. Side effects of Topomax is a common variation and misspelling of Topamax side effects.

Status Epilepticos

Status epilepticus is a potentially serious condition in which someone has a prolonged seizure. This eMedTV page further describes the condition and lists treatments that are available. Status epilepticos is a common misspelling of status epilepticus.

Status Epilepticus

This portion of the eMedTV library explains that status epilepticus is a potentially life-threatening condition in which a person has prolonged or repeated seizures. This article provides an overview of this condition.

Stavzor

Stavzor is a prescription drug approved to prevent migraines and to treat epilepsy and mania. This eMedTV resource explains how Stavzor works for these uses, offers dosing information for the drug, and lists potential side effects that may occur.

Stavzor and Breastfeeding

Many doctors consider Stavzor (delayed release valproic acid) to be safe for use while breastfeeding. This eMedTV page covers Stavzor and breastfeeding in more detail and explains whether problems are likely to occur if you use the drug while nursing.

Stavzor and Pregnancy

Pregnant women should not take Stavzor (delayed release valproic acid) unless absolutely necessary. This eMedTV resource offers more information on Stavzor and pregnancy, and describes the problems that were seen in pregnant women using this drug.

Stavzor Dosage

For migraine prevention, the recommended starting Stavzor dosage is 250 mg twice daily. This eMedTV Web page also contains Stavzor dosing guidelines for the treatment of seizures, as well as mania associated with bipolar disorder.

Stavzor Interactions

If drugs such as warfarin, rifampin, or aspirin are taken together with Stavzor, interactions may occur. This eMedTV article includes a more detailed list of drugs that may interact with Stavzor and explains what may happen if an interaction occurs.

Stavzor Medication Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the medication Stavzor. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, precautions, and drug interactions.

Stavzor Overdose

A Stavzor (delayed release valproic acid) overdose may cause heart block, coma, or loss of life. This eMedTV Web page further explores the effects of a Stavzor overdose and describes the steps your doctor may take to treat an overdose.

Stavzor Side Effects

Common Stavzor side effects may include vomiting, weakness, and insomnia. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV page also lists rare but potentially serious side effects of Stavzor that require medical attention (such as depression or jaundice).

Stavzor Uses

Stavzor is used for preventing migraines and for treating epilepsy and bipolar mania. This page from the eMedTV Web site explains how the medication works, lists possible off-label Stavzor uses, and discusses the use of this drug in children.

Stavzor Warnings and Precautions

You should not take Stavzor if you have liver disease. This eMedTV segment offers more information on who should not take Stavzor. Warnings and precautions on what side effects or complications may occur with this drug are also listed in this article.

Sudden Unexplained Death Syndrome

People with epilepsy have an increased risk of dying from sudden unexplained death syndrome. This eMedTV resource explains how research suggests that the use of multiple anticonvulsants may be a factor in causing this condition.

Tegratol

This eMedTV article discusses how Tegretol works to treat epilepsy and trigeminal neuralgia. This page also covers the various forms of the medicine and how often it is usually taken. Tegratol is a common misspelling of Tegretol.

Tegratol Side Effects

Common side effects of Tegretol can include drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea. This eMedTV page discusses the side effects seen with the drug and provides a link to more information. Tegratol side effects is a common misspelling of Tegretol side effects.

Tegretal

Tegretol, a prescription drug, is used to control epilepsy and trigeminal neuralgia. This eMedTV resource offers a brief overview of the drug and discusses factors that may affect your dosage. Tegretal is a common misspelling of Tegretol.

Tegretal Side Effects

Dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea are among the common Tegretol side effects listed in this eMedTV article. This page also lists the side effects may need immediate medical care. Tegretal side effects is a common misspelling of Tegretol side effects.