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Management Flashcards

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What is the treatment for status epilepticus?

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Benzodiazepines are 1st line treatment - usually IV lorazepam is used. Buccal midazolam is good when IV access has not been obtained.

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Which AED should be avoided in pregnancy?

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Sodium valproate

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What is the emergency treatment for an epileptic seizure?

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If tonic-clonic seizure is prolonged or recurrent emergency buccal midazolam may be given 1st line in the community according to pre-arranged protocol.

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What is the treatment for epilepsy?

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  • 1st line - recommended mono therapy and switch AED if not working - carbamazepine + lamotrigine
  • 2nd line - combination therapy if mono therapy hasn’t led to seizure free
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