Test 3 Antiepileptics

Question 1

Neurontin®

Answer 1

• gabapentin
• Adjunct in seizure disorders
• neuropathic pain
• High renal excretion: reduce dose if renally impaired
• Adverse effects: somnolence (drowsiness)
• Taper seizure medications before withdrawal

Question 2

Tegretol/XR®

Answer 2

• carbamazepine
• also used for trigeminal neuralgia
• many drug interactions; enzyme inducing agent