CNS Pharm Flashcards
1
Q
General absence seizure
A
- tx: ethosuximide, valproic acid
- absence= impaired consciousness (brief), childhood, blank stare
2
Q
Status epilepticus
A
-continual seizure activity
Tx: IV benzo given first - lorazepam, diazepam, then phenytoin
3
Q
Txment for absence seizure + another type of seizure
A
Valproic acid
4
Q
DOC for trigeminal neuralgia (intense stabbing facial pain)
A
Carbamazepine