Seizures

Question 1

Background information for Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Answer 1

Seizures are caused by abnormal, hyperactive nerve function

Question 2

Pharmacology of Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Answer 2

AEDs work by suppressing nerve activity.

Question 3

Indications of Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Answer 3

• Seizure
• Nerve Pain
• Psychiatric disorders

Question 4

Side effects of Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Answer 4

• Drowsiness
• Mental slowness
• Weight gain
• Rash
• SJS

Question 5

Drug interactions of Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Answer 5

• Severe nervous system suppression when combined with other drugs that suppress the nervous system

Question 6

Important note for Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Answer 6

Patients should not abruptly stop taking medications and should take as directed

Question 7

List the brand name and generic names of Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

Answer 7

Brand Name: Tegretol [Epitol], Depakote, Neurontin,
Vimpat (C-V), Lamictal, Keppra, Trileptal, Dilantin, Lyrica (C-V), Topamax, Zonegran

Generic Name: Carbamazepine, Divalproex, Gabapentin, Lacosamide (C-V), Lamatrigine, Levetiracetam, Oxcarbazepine, Phenytoin, Pregablin (C-V), Topiramate, Zonisamide