ch 21 Flashcards

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The term ___ refers to a group of chronic neurological disorders characterized by recurrent seizures, brought on by excessive excitability of neurons in the brain

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epilepsy

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general term that applies to all types of epileptic events

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seizure

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Seizures are initiated by synchronous, high frequency discharge form a group of hyperexcitable neurons called a

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focus

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what type of seizures undergo a very limited spread to adjacent cortical areas beyond the focus

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partial seizures (focal)

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what type of seizures does focal seizure activity conducted widely throughout both hemispheres

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generalized

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olfactory hallucinations are what kind of seizure

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simple partial

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twitching thumb what kind of seizure

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simple parital

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what type of seizure has no loss of consciousness

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simple partial

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what kind of symptoms for simple partial

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discrete motor
sensory (local numbness, auditory, visual or olfactory hallucinations)
autonomic - nausea, flushing, salivation, urinary incontinency
psychoillusory symptoms - feelings of unreality, fear or depression

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what kind of seizures have impaired consciousness or lack of responsiveness, become motionless and stares with a fixed gaze followed by automatism

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complex partial

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pt performs repetitive purposeless movements such as lip smacking or hand wringing, lasts 45-90 sec following a complex partial seizure

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automatism

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this seizure type begin as simple or complex partial seizures and then evolve into generalized tonic clonic seizures. Consciousness is lost.

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secondarily generalized seizures

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seizure with major convulsions,

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tonic clonic

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what phase is characterized by a period of muscle rigidity

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tonic phase

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phase characterized by synchronous muscle jerks

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clonic phase

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Tonic-clonic seizures often cause _____ but not ______

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urination

defecation

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what type of seizure is followed by postictal state

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tonic clonic

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characterized by LOC for a brief time (10-30 seconds)
mild symmetrical motor activity but can also be without the motor activity. May experience hundreds a day. primarily in children and usually cease during the early teen years

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Absence seizures (petit Mal)

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these seizures are characterized by sudden loss of muscle tone such as head drop or drop attack

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atonic seizures

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these seizures consist of sudden muscle contraction that lasts for just 1 second.

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myoclonic seizures

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seizure that lasts for 1 sec but limited to 1 limb of sudden muscle contraction

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focal myoclonus

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seizure that lasts for 1 second but involve the entire body of sudden muscle contraction

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massive myoclonus

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seizure that lasts for 15-30 min or longer. medical emergency

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Status Epilepticus

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what age is febrile seizures most common

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6 mos - 5 years

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children who experience febrile seizures are at increased risk for epilepsy later in life true or false
false
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severe form of epilepsy usually develops during preschool years characterized by developmental delay and mix of partial and generalized seizures
Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
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what is the treatment goal of treating epilepsy
reduce seizures to an extent that enables the patient to live a normal or nearly normal life - balance seizure control with side effects of drugs
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non drug treatment for epilepsy
neurosurgery vagus nerve stimulation ketogenic diet
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what type of seizures does phenytoin treat
tonic clonic partial seizures not absence seizures
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ethosuximide is active against what seizures
absence not tonic clonic or partial seizures
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what older med treats all seizures
Valproic acid
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what history is important for seizure diagnosis and treatment
``` age at which seizures began frequency duration precipitating factors times when they occur ```
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what is used for diagnosis of seizures
electroencephalogram (EEG)
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what other diagnostic tests may be used in the presence of seizures
CT Positron emission tomography (PET) MRI
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if an antiseizure drug fails what are your steps
1) d/c current and change to a different antiseizure med | 2) if second drug fails, you can either d/c and try a third or treat with a combo of antiseizure drugs
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no drug should be considered ineffective until
it has been tested in sufficiently high dosages and for a reasonable time.
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what is the best means for establishing dosing for absence seizures
observation of patient - if seizures stop, dose is sufficient. if they continue, they need higher dose
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which type of seizures is plasma drug levels important in establishing effective dosing
tonic clonic seizures
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it is estimated that nonadherence accounts for about _____% of all treatment failures in epilepsy.
50%
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when withdrawing antiseizure drugs do to spontaneous remission of epilepsy what are the most important things to consider.
antiseizure drugs must be withdrawn slowly over a period of 6 weeks to several months or can lead to SE. If they are on more than one drug, withdraw one at a time
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what antiseizure drugs increased risk for suicidality- highest risk (2)
Topiramate | Lamotrigine
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what signs/symptoms indicate emergence or worsening of depression
``` increased anxiety agitation mania hostility SI thoughts or behavior ```
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what anti seizure meds that we need to know decrease the effectiveness of oral contraceptives
Carbamazepine oxcarbazepine phenytoin phenobarbital topiramate Lamotrigine
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There is a risk of congenital anomalies with antiseizure drugs, however it is important that pregnant women with seizures take these drugs why?
risk to fetus from uncontrolled seizures is greater than risk to fetus more than 90% of women who take antiseizure drugs while pregnant have normal pregnancies and infants born without problems
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what antiseizure drug should be last resort in pregnancy
valproic acid
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what supplement is important in pregnancy to reduce neural tube defects
folic acid
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what should you do when prescribing antiseizure to pregnant
lowest effective dose | monotherapy when possible
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what drugs cause maternal or fetal or infant bleeding risks and what can be done
phenytoin phenobarbital carbamazepine primidone decrease synthesis of vit k dependent clotting factors administer vit k to mother for 1 month prior to delivery and during delivery
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what type of seizures does phenytoin treat
partial | primary generalized tonic clonic
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what kind of therapeutic index does phenytoin have and related to what organ
narrow | liver metabolizes
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linear or non-linear? the relationship between most antiseizure drugs for dosage and plasma levels is _____. Phenytoin is _____
linear | non-linear
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phenytoin is drug of choice for what in who
tonic clonic seizures in adults and older children
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what drug is drug of choice for treating tonic clonic seizures in young children
Carbamazepine (has to do with half life of drug and the liver)
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Phenytoin can be administered by IV to treat
generalized convulsive SE
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how do you d/c phenytoin
gradually, abrupt may cause seizures and can cause SE
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what symptoms associated with tox while taking phenytoin
nystagmus (continuous back and forth movement of eyes) sedation ataxia (staggering gait) diplopia (double vision) cognitive impairment
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side effect of phenytoin (mouth related)
gingival hyperplasia (excessive growth of gum tissue)
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s/s | gum swelling, tenderness and bleeding is what?
gingival hyperplasia
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pt ed for phenytoin in regards to gingival hyperplasia
good oral hygiene dental flossing gum massage (supplemental folic acid)
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derm side effect of phenytoin who is at high risk for this?
morbilliform (measles like rash) that can progress to SJS or TEN (toxic epidermal necrolysis) genetic mutation - HLA-B 1502 occurs almost exclusively in People of asian descent. If they have this genetic mutation do not prescribe
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what side effects of phenytoin are associated with the genetic mutation - HLA-B 1502 occurs almost exclusively in People of asian descent
SJS or TEN Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) discontinue the drug
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This is characterized by skin eruptions (rash), lymphadenopathy, fever, multi-organ involvement (most commonly, hepatic, renal, pulmonary and hematologic)
Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)
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Phenytoin on pregnancy - what are the effects on the infant
cleft palate heart malformations fetal hydantoin syndrome bleeding tendencies
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``` growth deficiency motor or mental deficiency microcephaly craniofacial distortion positional deformities of limbs hypoplasia of nails and fingers impaired neurodevelopment ``` characteristics of what
fetal hydantoin syndrome
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what are the cardiovascular effects of phenytoin when given IV to treat SE
dysrhythmias hypotension minimize by giving no faster than 50mg/min use cardiac monitors
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adverse effects of Phenytoin esp in young women
Hirsutism (overgrowth of hair in unusual places)
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what vitamin metabolism can be an adverse effect of phenytoin
Interferes with metabolism of vit D -> may cause rickets and osteomalacia
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in phenytoin, very rarely ____ damage may occur
liver
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what type of preparation of phenytoin may cause gastric discomfort
oral
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is phenytoin a inducer or inhibitor of CYP drugs? what drugs does this affect?
inducer oral contraceptives warfarin (an anticoagulant) glucocorticoids (anti inflammatory and immunosuppressive drug)
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drugs that increase plasma levels of phenytoin
Valproic acid (antiseizure) alcohol (when taken acutely) cimetidine (gastric ulcers) isoniazid (TB) diazepam (antianxiety and antiseizure) (think mnemonic ACID)
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what other antiseizure drug displaces phenytoin from binding sites on plasma protein
Valproic acid
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drugs that decrease plasma levels of phenytoin causing breakthrough seizures
Carbamazepine phenobarbital chronic alcohol use
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what drugs can increase CNS depressant effect when taken with phenytoin
alcohol barbiturates other CNS depressants
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special instructions when giving phenytoin to a pt fed by enteral tube feedings
for patients receiving continuous tube feedings, hold feeds for 1-2 hours before and after phenytoin administration
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Fosphenytoin and relation to phenytoin
fosphenytoin is a prodrug that is converted to phenytoin
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what type of seizures does fosphenytoin treat
partial seizures and generalized tonic clonic seizures
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what additional adverse effect for fosphenytoin that phenytoin doesnt have
temporary paresthesias and itching esp in groin area. will resole when infusion rate is decreased or within 10 min after completion of infusion fosphenytoin has all other side effects that phenytoin has
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what kind of seizures does carbamazepine treat
``` partial seizures (simple and complex) tonic clonic seizures ```
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tell me about the half life of carbamazepine
its half life decreases as therapy progresses. During the initial phase of treatment, half life is about 40 hours. With continued treatment, the half life decreases to about 15 hours bc carbamazepine induces hepatic drug metabolizing enzymes (inducers) . By increasing its own metabolism, carbamazepine causes its own half life to decline
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carbamazepine is drug of choice for
partial seizures
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carbamazepine is not effective against
absence myoclonic atonic
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what can you do to reduce adverse CNS effects for carbamazepine
give the largest portion of the daily dose at bedtime start low and increase slow - dosage low initially and gradually increase every 1-3 weeks until seizure control is achieved
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neurologic effects (adverse effect) associated with carbamazepine
visual disturbances - nystagmus, blurred vision, diplopia) ataxia vertigo unsteadiness headache tolerance usually develops with continued use
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heme side effects of carbamazepine when should you withdraw?
leukopenia anemia thrombocytopenia thrombocytopenia and anemia respond to drug d/c leukopenia is usually transient and subsides even with continued drug use - only stop if WBC falls below 3,000 mm3 fatal aplastic anemia has occurred but is extremely rare
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what plasma monitoring for carbamazepine
CBC before treatment and periodically after
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what symptoms should a pt monitor for and report while taking carbamazepine
``` fever sore throat pallor weakness infection easy bruising petechiae ```
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carbamazepine is associated with what fetal defect
increase risk for spina bifida
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what co-morbidity can be a problem with carbamazepine
heart failure promotes secretion of ADH (inhibits renal excretion of water) pg 159
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what derm side effects associated with carbamazepine
SJS TEN photosensitivity DRESS SJS and TEN increased risk with HLA-B 1502 (Asian)
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_____ and ____ failure have occurred with carbamazepine
hepatic and renal failure
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carbamazepine is a hepatic drug _____ | what drugs does this effect
inducer oral contraceptives warfarin (an anticoagulant) glucocorticoids (anti inflammatory and immunosuppressive drug)
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what food can cause plasma levels to rise
Grapefruit juice can increase peak and trough levels | pt should avoid
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Blackbox for Valproate and Valproic acid
Fatal hepatic failure has occurred; young children and patients with mitochondrial disease are at increased risk fatal and rapidly progressing pancreatitis has occurred: Common symptoms include n/v, anorexia and abd pain highly teratogenic - neonates who survive may have major congenital malformations and decreased mental capacity
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Most common adverse effect of Valproic acid how can you minimize
GI effects - n/v and indigestion taking with food and using enteric coated
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what are the 2 serious but rare adverse effects of Valproic acid
Hepatotoxicity | Pancreatitis
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what age group are at highest risk for liver failure with Valproic acid
younger than 2 years old
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signs and symptoms of liver injury
``` reduced appetite malaise nausea abd pain jaundice ```
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signs of pancreatitis
abd pain nausea vomiting anorexia
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if pancreatitis occurs with Valproic acid, can they keep taking it
no
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in addition to neural tube defects what 5 congenital defects is Valproic acid linked to
``` ASD cleft palate hypospadias polydactyly craniosynostosis ```
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other adverse effects of valproic acid
``` rash weight gain hair loss tremor blood dyscrasias (leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, RBC aplasia) ``` significant CNS are uncommon
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combining valproic acid with topiramate poses a risk for
hyperammonemia - which may occur with or without encephalopathy
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symptoms of hyperammonemia if you have these, what should you suspect what plasma level do you need
vomiting lethargy altered LOC altered cognitive function hyperammonemic encephalopathy - check blood ammonia
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what 2 antibiotics can reduce plasma levels of valproic acid
meropenem imipenem/cilastatin both are carbapenem abx
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ethosuximide treats what type of seizures
only for absence
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how many times a day is ethosuximide given
once a day however twice a day is better tolerated
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what plasma levels are used to help guide dosing for ethosuximide
trough levels
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adverse effects during initial treatment for ethosuximide
drowsiness dizziness lethargy diminish with continued use
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GI effects of ethosuximide and how to reduce
n/v | take with food
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rare but serious adverse effects for ethosuximide
SLE Leukopenia aplastic anemia SJS
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what are the preferred antiseizure and why for breastfeeding
Valproic acid Phenytoin highly protein bound
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Antiseizure BEERS list
carbamazepine oxcarbazepine phenobarbital inappropriate for 65 and older
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what extra precautions for antiseizure and older adults
increase risk for adverse events such as falls, start low and go slow
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what is phenobarbital classified as
anticonvulsant barbiturate
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what seizures does phenobarbital treat
partial seizures generalized tonic-clonic IV for generalized convulsive SE sedation and promote sleep at night
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most common side effect of phenobarbital
drowsiness - during initial therapy sedation occurs in practically all patients - with continued use, tolerance develops
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Phenobarbital takes _____ to reach plateau plasma levels. what is done to help this
2-3 weeks | loading doses
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CNS effects phenobarbital
``` Drowsiness some (adults and children) can have paradoxical effects - hyperactive and irritable ``` cognitive effects depression agitation confusion resp depression
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phenobarbital and other barbiturates can increase the risk for
acute intermittent porphyria - so contraindicated in patients with a personal or familial history of this
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phenobarbital can interfere with the metabolism of vitamins
D and K rickets, osteomalacia
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phenobarbital pot should be advised to avoid food high in
vit D, K and calcium supplementation may be recommended for some
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phenobarbital tox
nystagmus ataxia severe overdose causes CNS depression death from depression of resp
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phenobarbital is a CYP what drugs are a concern
inducer oral contraceptives warfarin (an anticoagulant) glucocorticoids (anti inflammatory and immunosuppressive drug)
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Pt on phenobarbital should avoid other drugs that cause
CNS depression such as alcohol benzodiazepines, opioids
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phenobarbital and Valproic acid
compete for sites - phenobarbital must be reduced to avoid tox
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Primidone is nearly identical to ______
phenobarbital
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Primidone is given for what types of seizures
tonic-clonic simple partial complex partial
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Primidone is typically given with
another antiseizure drug (usually phenytoin or carbamazepine) - NEVER with phenobarbital because its an active metabolite of primidone
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what adverse effects are common during initial treatment of Primidone
Sedation ataxia dizziness
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Primidone in older adults
confusion
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Primidone in children
paradoxical hyperexcitability
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Primidone is absolutely contraindicated for pt with
acute intermittent porphyria
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Serious adverse reactions for Primidone
acute psychosis leukopenia thrombocytopenia systemic lupus erythematosus
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Primidone is a CYP what drugs are a concern
inducer oral contraceptives warfarin (an anticoagulant) glucocorticoids (anti inflammatory and immunosuppressive drug)
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Oxcarbazepine is approved for
monotherapy and adjunctive therapy for management of partial seizures approved for use in both adults and children. monotherapy for children aged 4 and older adjunctive therapy for children as young as 2
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CNS adverse effects of Oxcarbazepine
``` dizziness drowsiness double vision nystagmus headache nausea vomiting ataxia ``` avoid driving and other hazardous activities until degree of drowsiness is low
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electrolyte effects of Oxcarbazepine
Hyponatremia watch combining with diuretics - monitoring may be needed
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signs of hyponatremia
nausea drowsiness headache confusion
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derm side effects of Oxcarbazepine
SJS | TEN
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Heme effects of Oxcarbazepine
rare blood dyscrasias CBC to confirm
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hypersensitivity adverse effects of Oxcarbazepine
multiorgan hypersensitivity reactions
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symptoms of multiorgan hypersensitivity reactions for oxcarbazepine
``` fever rash lymphadenopathy hematologic abnormalities pruritus hepatitis nephritis hepatorenal syndrome oliguria arthralgia asthenia ``` if this happens d/c oxcarbazepine
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long term use of oxcarbazepine may cause
decreased bone mineral density and can result in osteopenia and osteoporosis with an increased risk for fractures
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Perampanel can _____ levels of oxcarbazepine
increase
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Valproic acid can _____ levels of oxcarbazepine
decrease
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Phenobarbital can ____ serum levels of oxcarbazepine
decrease
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oxcarbazepine ____ phenytoin levels
increase
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Phenytoin _____ serum oxcarbazepine raises phenytoin levels
decrease
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oxcarbazepine can _____ serum levels of eslicarbazepine
increase
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oxcarbazepine ____ enzymes that metabolize both estrogens and progestins
induce
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Sodium depleting drugs can increase risk of ______ with oxcarbazepine
hyponatremia
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Alcohol can ______ CNS depression caused by oxcarbazepine
Alcohol
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drugs that cause DRESS
Phenytoin fosphenytoin Carbamazepine lamotrigine
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What newer antiseizure drug is uses for all seizure types
Lmotrigine
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FDA approved Lamotrigine for
adjunctive therapy for partial seizures of partial seizures in adults and children older than 2 years old adjunctive therapy of generalized seizures associated with lennox-gastaut in adults in children older than 2 adjunct therapy for generalized tonic clonic seizures monotherapy of partial in pat at least 16 years old who are converting from another antiseizure drug
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what drugs increase bleeding (vit k)
phenytoin primidone phenobarbital carbamazepine
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common side effects for Lamotrigine
``` dizziness diplopia blurred vision n/v headache ```
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life threatening for Lamotrigine
SJS TEN DRESS
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heme adverse effects for Lamotrigene
blood dyscrasias | hypersensitivity and immune system reactions
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``` pt taking Lamotrigene experiences headache stiff neck nausea vomiting rash sensitivity to light ```
think aseptic meningitis (inflammation of meninges in the absence of bacterial infection) d/c med
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drugs that cause SJS
``` phenytoin fosphenytoin carbamazepine ethosuximide oxcarbazempine lamotrigine zonisamide ``` “CLEOPatra Found Zits” "CLEOPatra Found Zits while looking for SJS"
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Lamotrigene is dramatically affected by what drugs
that induce or inhibit cyp inducers - carbamazepine phenytoin phenobarbital inhibitors - Valproate
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_____ may lower progestin
Lamotrigine
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Gabapentin is approved for
adjunctive therapy of partial seizures
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Gabapentin ER and Neurontin is approved for
not in seizures!
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Absorption of Gabapentin and food
not affected by food
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as the dosage of gabapentin gets larger, the percentage absorbed gets _____
smaller - the intestinal transport system for uptake of the drug becomes saturated
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most common side effects of gabapentin
``` somnolence dizziness ataxia fatigue nystagmus peripheral edema ``` diminishes with continued drug use
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drugs with visual disturbances
``` carbamazepine oxcarbazepine lamotrigine, pregabalin topiramate, felbamate ``` “Col. P.T. Fuzzy vision”
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Pregabalin used for
adjunctive therapy of partial seizures
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most common adverse effects for Pregabalin
dizziness somnolence persist for as long as the drug is taken
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other side effects of Pregabalin
``` blurred vision difficulty thinking headache peripheral edema dry mouth ```
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what other big adverse effects for Pregabalin
hypersensitivity reaction - angioedema, blisters, hives, rash, dyspnea, wheezing rhabdomyolysis
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signs of rhabdomyolyis
muscle pain tenderness weakness
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abuse for Pregabalin
schedule V | euphoria effect
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abrupt d/c of Pregabalin
insomnia nausea headache diarrhea withdraw over a week or more
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reproductive risks for Pregabalin
both males and females
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Pregabalin drug interactions
dont combine with other CNS depressants such as alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines
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when is Keppra used
myoclonic seizures in adults and adolescents 12 and older partial-onset seizures in adults and children 4 and older primarily generalized tonic clonic seizures in adults and children 6 an dolder
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when is Keppra used
adjunctive therapy in: myoclonic seizures in adults and adolescents 12 and older partial-onset seizures in adults and children 4 and older primarily generalized tonic clonic seizures in adults and children 6 and older
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what falls under the category of neuorpsychiatric symptoms
``` agitation anxiety depression psychosis hallucinations depersonalization ```
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Topiramate (topamax) is approved for
adjunct therapy of adults and children 2 and older with partial seizures, primary generalized tonic clonic seizures, and seizures associated with lennox gastaut syndrome monotherapy of adults and children 10 and older with partial seizures or primary generalized tonic clonic seizures
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adverse effects of topiramate
``` somnolence dizziness ataxia nervousness diplopia nausea anorexia weight loss cognitive effects - confusion, memory difficulties, altered thinking, reduced concentration, difficulty finding words) kidney stones paresthesias ```
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Topiramate can cause what problem in relation to pH? who is at increased risk for this? what baseline should be drawn and monitored periodically?
metabolic acidosis ``` risk factors renal disease severe resp disorders diarrhea ketogenic diet ``` serum bicarbonate
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symptoms to monitor Topiramate (topamax) for metabolic acidosis
hyperventilation fatigue anorexia
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what environmental related health issue can be caused by Topiramate (topamax)
hypohydrosis (reduced sweating) increased risk of hyperthermia
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adverse reaction r/t eyes on Topiramate (topamax)
angle closure glaucoma - can lead to blindness medical emergency
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s/s angle closure glaucoma
ocular pain unusual redness sudden worsening or blurring of vision
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psych effect of Topiramate (topamax)
increased risk for suicidality
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Phenytoin and carbamazepine can _____ levels of Topiramate (topamax) by about 45%
decrease
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Topiramate (topamax) combined with valproic acid increased risk of
hyperammonemia
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Tiagabine is approved for
adjunct therapy of partial seizures in pt at least 12 years old
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common adverse effects Tiagabine
``` dizziness somnolence asthenia nausea nervousness tremor confusion abnormal thinking trouble concentrating ```
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levels of tiababine can be _____ by phenytoin, phenobarbital and carbamazepine
decreased
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Zonisamide is in what drug class but used for seizures
sulfonamide abx but has not antimicrobial acitivity
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Zonisamide is approved only for
adjunct therapy of partial seizures in adults
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common adverse effects Zonisamide
``` drowsiness dizziness anorexia headache nausea metabolic acidosis ```
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severe side effects of zonisamide
severe psychiatric effects of depression and suicide hypersensitivity reactions - SJS, TEN, fulminant hepatic necrosis
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renal effects of zonisamide and pt education for it
nephrolithiasis (kidney stones) - drink 6-8 glasses of water a day impair glomerular filtration - use with caution if history of kidney disease
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s/s kidney stones
``` sudden back pain abd pain dysuria hematuria dark urine ```
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Metabolic acidosis in children can cause what?
delay growth kidney stones fractures
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environmental side effect of zonisamide
hypohidrosis - causes hyperthermia
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CYP zonisamide
affected by CYP inducers St Johns wort several antiseizures - phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine inhibitors grapefruit juice azole antifungals (ketoconazole) protease inhibitors (ritonavir)
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Felbamate is approved for
adjunct or monotherapy for adults with partial seizures adjunct therapy in children with Lennox -Gastaut syndrome
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Adverse effects of Felbamte
aplastic anemia liver damage and liver failure GI (anorexia, nausea, vomiting) CNS (insomnia, somnolence, dizziness, headache, diplopia)
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Felbamate _____ levels of phenytoin and valproic acid
increases
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levels of Felbamate are ____ by valproic acid
increased
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levels of Felbamate are _____ by phenytoin and carbamazepine
reduced
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Zonisamide cant be given to someone with an allergy to what drug
sulfa
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Carbamazepine is contraindicated for
history of bone marrow suppression preexisting hematologic abnormalities HLA-B1502 (common in asian population) - risk for SJS or TEN
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Felbamate is contraindicated for
anemia | hepatic impairment
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Gabapentin is contraindicated for
``` renal impairment (may require renal dosing) History of drug abuse (at risk for psychological and physical dependence) ```
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Oxcarbazepine is contraindicated for
osteopenia | osteoporosis
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Phenobarbital is contraindicated for
personal or family history of porphyria pt with anemia liver impairment significant resp disease
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IV phenytoin is contrindicated in
bradycardia | AV block
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Valproic acid contraindicated
hepatic dysfunction children younger than 3 who are taking other antiseizure drugs last resort in pregnancy
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Zonisamide contraindication
conditions that contribute to increased risk of metabolic acidosis sulfa alergy
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Zonisamide contraindication
conditions that contribute to increased risk of metabolic acidosis sulfa allergy
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what traditional meds are approved for partial seizures which include simple partial, complex partial and secondarily generalized?
All traditional that we talked about except Ethosuximide ``` Carbamazepine Fosphenytoin Phenobarbital Phenytoin Primidone Valproic acid ```
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which newer meds are approved for partial seizures which include simple partial, complex partial and secondarily generalized?
all of the ones we talked about ``` Oxcarbazepine Lamotrigine Gabapentin Pregabalin Levetiracetam (Keppra) Topiramate Tiagabine Zonisamide Felbamate ```
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What older meds are approved for Primary generalized tonic clonic seizures
``` Carbamazepine Fosphenytoin Phenobarbital Phenytoin Primidone Valproic acid ```
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What newer meds are approved for Primary generalized tonic clonic seizures
Lamotrigine Levetiracetam (keppra) Topiramate
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What traditional meds and newer meds are approved for Primary generalized absence seizures
Ethosuximide Valproic acid Lamotrigine
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What traditional meds and newer meds are approved for Primary generalized myoclonic seizures
Valproic acid Lamotrigine levetiracetam topiramate
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monotherapy for newer seizure meds
Felbamate Lamotrigine Oxcarbazepine Topiramate (FLOT)