ANTI-EPILEPTICS
1. Define Epilepsy.
2. List all the anti-epileptics and brand names available. Also give a brief
description of their mechanism of action. What is the rational behind
choosing a medication for treatment?
3. What are some of the common side effects of Dilantin? Can any of these be
reduced or prevented?
4. List some of the common Dilantin interactions.
5. What are the signs of phenytoin toxicity?
6. What are the common side effects of Tegretol? When and why would you use
the controlled release formulation?
7. What other uses are there for Tegretol?
8. For Keppra 250mg bd
list
generic name
drug class
directions for use
indication/s
contraindications
main side effects
9. List the common side effects of Epilim.
10. What other uses does Epilim have?
11. What monitoring is necessary with all of these agents?
12. Discuss what you would do with the following:
a. Rx: Dilantin 100mg 1 tds
Dilantin 30mg 1 nocte
Lamictal 100mg 1 bd
Losec 20mg 1 d
b. Rx: Epilim EC 500mg 0.5 bd
Dilantin 100mg 1 tds
Voltaren 50mg 1 bd
c. Rx: Epilim EC 200mg 1 bd
Dilantin 30mg 1 bd
Rivotril 0.5mg 1 nocte
Prothiaden 75mg 2 d
13. What are the recommendations for a pregnant woman with epilepsy?
14. Describe the role of Lyrica in epilepsy? Does it have any other indications?
What dose would you use in epilepsy or its other uses?