Seizures (Epilepsy): Epilepsy (seizure disorders) is a neurological condition that causes a series of jerking movements and loss of consciousness. Seizures are caused by disordered electrical activity in the brain rooted in a seizure disorder like epilepsy or a number of other primary causes. Seizures can be managed with medication.
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Seizures and Fever
Febrile seizures, also known as convulsions, body spasms, or shaking, occur mainly in children and are caused by fever. (Febrile is derived from the Latin febris, meaning fever.) -
Seizures Emergencies
Seizures refer to uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain. Symptoms of seizures range from mild to severe and can lead to death. A number of factors can lead to seizures including brain tumor, injury, and fever. Antiseizure medications may help prevent seizures. -
Seizures in Children
A seizure occurs when the brain functions abnormally, and can affect different parts of the brain and body. The types of seizures which most often occur in children are febrile, neonatal, and epileptic. Seizures may be partial or general. Treatment depends on the underlying cause of the seizures. -
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Seizures (Epilepsy) Topic Guide - Medications and Vitamins
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PregabalinPregabalin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures. Pregabalin also aff...learn more »
OxcarbazepineOxcarbazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain...learn more »
LevetiracetamLevetiracetam is used to treat partial onset seizures in adults and children who are at least 1 month old. The Spritam brand of this medicine ...learn more »
TopiramateTopiramate is a seizure medicine, also called an anticonvulsant. Topiramate is used to treat seizures in adults and children who are at least 2 years old. ...learn more »
FosphenytoinFosphenytoin is an anticonvulsant that works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures...learn more »
Divalproex SodiumDivalproex sodium affects chemicals in the body that may be involved in causing seizures...learn more »
LamotrigineLamotrigine is an anti-epileptic medication, also called an anticonvulsant...learn more »
GabapentinGabapentin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It affects chemicals and nerves in the body that are involved in the cause of seizures ...learn more »
MethsuximideMethsuximide is an anti-epileptic medication, also called an anticonvulsant...learn more »
EthosuximideEthosuximide is an anti-epileptic medication, also called an anticonvulsant...learn more »
ClorazepateClorazepate is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). Clorazepate affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced and cause anxiety or seizures./...learn more »
ClonazepamClonazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen) that affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced. Clonazepam is also a seizure medicine, ...learn more »
AcetazolamideAcetazolamide reduces the activity of a protein in your body called carbonic anhydrase. Blocking this protein can help reduce the build-up of certain fluids...learn more »
Phenytoin (oral)Phenytoin is an anticonvulsant medication that is used to control seizures. Phenytoin does not treat all types of seizures, and your doctor will determine i...learn more »
Valproic AcidValproic acid affects chemicals in the body that may be involved in causing seizures...learn more »
Carbamazepine (oral)Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain...learn more »