Epilepsy Articles A-Z
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Blackouts and involuntary arm and leg movements are possible epilepsy symptoms. As this eMedTV article explains, perhaps the most well-known symptom is a convulsive seizure. However, this article describes several signs and symptoms of the condition.
Examples of epilepsy treatments include medications, surgery, and a ketogenic diet. This eMedTV article offers an overview of several treatments for this condition and stresses the importance of accurate diagnosis in determining proper management.
Temporal lobe epilepsy, absence epilepsy, and neocortical epilepsy are just a few of the forms of epilepsy. This eMedTV article offers descriptions of many of the various epilepsy types, including information on the types seen primarily in children.
Epilepsy is a disorder that causes convulsions, muscle spasms, and loss of consciousness known as seizures. This eMedTV segment explores the causes of epilepsy and describes the effects of this condition. Epileptie is a common misspelling of epilepsy.
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder caused by misfiring neurons in the brain. This page of the eMedTV library briefly describes the condition and offers a link to more information. Epilipsy is a common misspelling of epilepsy.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Epitol to treat epileptic seizures or trigeminal neuralgia. This eMedTV article further discusses the uses of this prescription drug and lists some of its side effects and general precautions and warnings.
As this eMedTV page explains, the starting Epitol dosage for treating epilepsy in adults and children over 12 years of age is 200 mg twice daily. This page also discusses Epitol dosing for trigeminal neuralgia and offers tips on taking the drug.
Gabitril is a drug that is used to control partial seizures in people with epilepsy. This portion of the eMedTV library offers an overview of the drug and provides a link to more detailed information. Gabatril is a common misspelling of Gabitril.
Gabitril is a prescription drug used for controlling partial seizures in people with epilepsy. This eMedTV segment explains what you should tell your healthcare provider before using this seizure medicine. Gabatrol is a common misspelling of Gabitril.
Gabitril is a drug that is used for the treatment of a certain type of seizure. This segment of the eMedTV Web site provides an in-depth look at the drug, with information on its effects, dosing guidelines, available strengths, and more.
Gabitril alternatives include other seizure medications, surgery, and a special diet. This eMedTV page offers in-depth information on the other seizure medications that can be used as alternatives to Gabitril and explains when they are considered.
It is unknown if Gabitril passes through human breast milk. This eMedTV segment discusses Gabitril and breastfeeding, explaining the importance of talking to your doctor about taking the drug while breastfeeding in your particular situation.
Dry mouth is a possible side effect of Gabitril, occurring in only a small percentage of people taking it. This eMedTV resource further discusses Gabitril and dry mouth, including information on things you can try at home to improve your symptoms.
In clinical studies, insomnia was reported by up to 6 percent of people taking Gabitril. This eMedTV article discusses Gabitril and insomnia, including a description of what insomnia is, as well as helpful tips on getting a better night's sleep.
Due to problems in animal studies, Gabitril is classified as a pregnancy Category C medication. This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses Gabitril and pregnancy, noting some of the specific problems caused by the drug in studies on pregnant animals.
In many cases, people are started with a low Gabitril dosage and slowly increased up to an effective one. This eMedTV selection talks about Gabitril dosing, including helpful suggestions on when and how to take this seizure medication.
Medications such as Dilantin and Mysoline can interact with Gabitril. This eMedTV page offers a list of several Gabitril drug interactions. This article also describes some of the potentially negative effects that can occur as a result.
Gabitril Medication Information
Symptoms of a Gabitril overdose include agitation, speech problems, and hostility. This eMedTV Web page deals with the effects and treatment of an overdose of this drug, including what to do if you think you may have taken too much Gabitril.
Common side effects of Gabitril include dizziness, shakiness, and weakness, among other things. This eMedTV page offers a detailed list of common and rare Gabitril side effects, including the ones that need to be reported immediately to your doctor.
Gabitril (tiagabine) is used to treat epilepsy in people who experience a certain type of seizure. This eMedTV article offers a detailed overview of Gabitril uses, including off-label uses of the drug (such as for the treatment of migraines).
Gabitril Warnings and Precautions
As with all seizure medications, Gabitril should not be stopped suddenly. This eMedTV page provides a list of several Gabitril warnings and precautions, including information on those who should avoid the drug and what to discuss with your doctor.
To reduce the risk of withdrawal symptoms, slowly weaning yourself off Gabitril is recommended. This eMedTV page explains how suddenly stopping the drug increases your risk of seizures and offers suggestions on limiting Gabitril withdrawal.
This eMedTV Web page explains that stopping Gabitril too quickly can cause seizures to become worse, making it very important that you not stop the medication too abruptly. Gabitril withdrawl is a common misspelling of Gabitril withdrawal.
Gabitril is a prescription medication approved to treat partial epileptic seizures. This page from the eMedTV Web site discusses Gabitril uses in more detail and lists potential side effects of the drug. Gabitrol is a common misspelling of Gabitril.
Exclusivity rights prevent any generic versions of Banzel (rufinamide) from being made until 2015. This eMedTV page explains circumstances that could affect the date when generic Banzel will become available.
Generic Carbatrol is not expected to be available until July 2011 at the earliest. This page of the eMedTV library explains why generic Carbatrol is not available at this time and outlines some circumstances that could extend that date beyond 2011.
Generic Diastat is not expected to become available until 2013, at the earliest. This eMedTV Web page explains why a generic form of Diastat is unavailable and why diazepam (the generic name for Diastat) is not the same as a generic version of it.
Generic Dilantin is available in extended release capsules, an oral suspension, and an injection. This eMedTV segment describes generic Dilantin in more detail and explains whether the generic products are equivalent to the brand-name drug.
Generic Tranxene, as this eMedTV page explains, is currently available in immediate-release form only. An explanation of how the FDA rates generic drugs is also included. Generic for Tranzene is a common misspelling of generic for Tranxene.
As this eMedTV article explains, Gabitril's first patent does not expire until 2011 (which would be the earliest date a generic version could become available). This article also explains why tiagabine is not the same as generic Gabitril.
As this eMedTV segment explains, generic Keppra is currently available in three strengths. This eMedTV article takes a closer look at the generic version of this drug, including how it compares to brand-name Keppra.
Keppra XR (levetiracetam XR) is not available in generic form at this time. This eMedTV article explores when generic Keppra XR products may become available and explains the difference between a generic drug and its "generic name."
Generic Klonopin is currently available as a tablet and orally disintegrating tablets. This eMedTV segment lists the various strengths of generic Klonopin and explains why the FDA has assigned these generic versions with an "AB" and "AP" rating.
As this eMedTV segment explains, generic Lamictal is available in a number of strengths and is made by several different companies. This article offers more information on the generic versions of this drug.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, the patent for Lyrica currently expires in October 2013, and that would be the earliest that a generic version of Lyrica could become available. This article offers an in-depth look at generic Lyrica.
This eMedTV resource takes a detailed look at generic Neurontin. It describes the strengths and forms available and also lists some of the companies that produce the drug. An explanation of how the FDA rates generic drugs is also provided.
There are currently no generic Phenytek products on the market. This eMedTV resource explains that manufacturers have chosen not to make a generic Phenytek at this time. This article also discusses possible reasons why there is no generic Phenytek.
Currently, there are no generic Stavzor (delayed release valproic acid) drugs licensed for sale. This eMedTV segment explores why generic versions of the medicine are not available and explains whether valproic acid is the same as generic Stavzor.
Generic Tegretol is available in tablet and liquid form (the extended-release product is not available yet). This eMedTV page describes the various forms and strengths of generic Tegretol and explains why the FDA has assigned them an "AB" rating.
As this eMedTV page explains, generic Topamax tablets are currently available in four strengths. This article talks about the generic versions of this drug in more detail, including how they compare to the brand-name version.
This segment from the eMedTV archives offers a detailed look at generic Tranxene. It explains that it is only available in immediate-release form, lists available strengths and companies who make it, and also explains how the FDA rates generic drugs.
This eMedTV article explains that generic Trileptal is currently available in a number of strengths. Also included in this article are the companies who manufacture generic Trileptal and a brief overview of the testing process for generic drugs.
Patents currently prevent any generic Vimpat (lacosamide) from being manufactured. This eMedTV page explains when a generic version may become available and describes the difference between a generic name and a generic version of a drug.
Generic Zarontin, which comes in both capsule and syrup form, is made by several companies. This eMedTV resource highlights the available strengths of the generic drug and explains why generic forms of Zarontin are as good as the brand-name version.
Generic Zonegran is currently available in three strengths. This selection from the eMedTV Web site takes a closer look at generic Zonegran, including information on how the generic version of the drug compares to the brand-name version.
Scientists studying genes and epilepsy found at least twelve forms of epilepsy to have some genetic basis. This eMedTV article explores the latest research into genes and epilepsy, including the development of more effective anticonvulsant treatment.
As this eMedTV Web resource explains, diazepam works to treat several conditions by enhancing the naturally calming effects of a certain brain chemical. This page further discusses the effects of this medication and what it is approved to treat.
It is not yet understood how Lamictal works to treat bipolar disorder or epilepsy. However, as this eMedTV page explains, the drug may work by affecting sodium channels in the brain. A link to more in-depth information is also included.
As this segment from the eMedTV library explains, it is not known exactly how Lyrica works for nerve pain, fibromyalgia, or partial seizures. The drug may work by binding to certain calcium channels in the central nervous system.
How does Neurontin work? It is not exactly clear how this drug works to treat nerve pain or epilepsy. As this eMedTV page explains, however, it drug may work by affecting certain calcium channels in the brain. A link to more information is also included.
As this eMedTV Web resource explains, Topamax helps treat seizures and prevent migraines by slowing down the abnormal electrical signals in the brain. This page further discusses how Topamax works and describes what it is approved to treat.
