Neurology Flashcards by Scott McNeil | Brainscape

Q

Mechanism of action of Phenytoin?

A

Fast sodium channel blocker

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Mechanism of action of Levetiracetam?

A

Block SV2A affinity

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Mechanism of action of Ethosuxomide?

A

Calcium Channel Blocker

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Mechanism of action of Perampanel?

A

Blocks AMPA receptor and Glutamate

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Mechanism of action of Clobazam?

A

High A2 subunit of GABA

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Mechanism of action of Carbamazepine?

A

Fast sodium channel blocker

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Hallmark features of IBM?

A

Weakness of long finger flexors

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Sudden Unexplained Death in Pregnancy risk factors?

A

Definite RFs:

Generalised TC seizures
Uncontrolled epilepsy - most important
Lack of nocturnal supervision

Less evidence:

Nocturnal Sx
Lamotiring in Women

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When can a person drive after 1st seizure?

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6 months no driving then conditional license

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