7 June Seizures Flashcards
1
Q
What is the treatment for epilepsy in general?
A
AED: levetiracetam (first), phenytoin, valproate, lamotragine
2
Q
What is the treatment for absence seizures?
A
ethosuximide
3
Q
What is the tx for tic douloureux?
A
Carbamazapine
4
Q
How are febrile seizures managed?
A
First, classify into simple and complex
Simple: one occurrence in 24hr, less than 15min in length, generalized
Complex: anything other than simple
Simple requires acetaminophen and discharge
Complex requires neuroimaging and AED treatment
Both types are aborted with benzos if needed
