Epilepsy Therapeutics Flashcards
1
Q
What is primadone converted to?
A
Phenobarbital
2
Q
What is the main MOA of gabapentin?
A
Reduces calcium entry
3
Q
What is the MOA of oxcarbazepine?
A
Na+ channel blocker
4
Q
what is the MOA of levetiracetam?
A
Ca++ channel blocker
5
Q
Which anti-epileptic is considered high risk in pregnancy?
A
Sodium valproate
6
Q
Which anti-epileptics are considered medium risk in pregnancy?
A
Phenytoin
Phenobarbital
Carbamazepine
7
Q
Which anti-epileptics are considered low risk in pregnancy?
A
Levetiracetam
Lamotrigine