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Condition: Epilepsy

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Epilepsy is a disorder that affects the brain and causes frequent seizures. Seizures occur suddenly and without warning in people with epilepsy. Epilepsy occurs as a result of abnormalities in the electrical activity in the brain. People with seizures don’t necessarily have epilepsy, as epilepsy occurs as a result of permanent damage or changes in the brain that cause the tissues to become overexcited. Seizures caused by epilepsy may resemble convulsions, cause loss of consciousness or confusion, or may cause stiffening of the body and a blank stare. Epilepsy often has an unknown cause, but may sometimes be caused by a stroke, dementia, brain injury, infections, and more.

Most effective Epilepsy treatments reported by our members

  • 46.6%

    Levetiracetam (Keppr

  • 43.8%

    Lamotrigine (Lamicta

  • 32.9%

    Carbamazepine (Tegre

  • 24.7%

    Valproate Semisodium

  • 20.5%

    Phenytoin (Dilantin)

  • 16.4%

    Topiramate (Topamax)

  • 13.7%

    Gabapentin (Neuronti

  • 12.3%

    Phenobarbital

  • 9.6%

    Clonazepam (Klonopin

  • 8.2%

    Sodium Valproate (Ep

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  • 8.2%

    Oxycarbazepine (Tril

  • 8.2%

    Lamictal

  • 8.2%

    Pregabalin (Lyrica)

  • 4.1%

    Ativan

  • 4.1%

    Lacosamide (Vimpat)

  • 4.1%

    Zonisamide (Zonegran

  • 2.7%

    Felbamate

Most severe Epilepsy symptoms reported by our members

  • How severe?
  • 66.0%

    Seizures

  • 52.1%

    Memory Loss

  • 41.5%

    Hand Tremor

  • 41.5%

    Fatigue

  • 40.4%

    Aura

  • 31.9%

    Muscle Spasms

  • 29.8%

    Dizziness

  • 27.7%

    Fainting (Syncope)

  • 23.4%

    Nausea

  • 22.3%

    Dry Skin

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  • 21.3%

    Loss of Appetite

  • 20.2%

    Depression

  • 18.1%

    Vomiting

  • 12.8%

    Grand Mal And Simple

  • 11.7%

    Anger

  • 9.6%

    Impulsive Behavior

  • 9.6%

    Antisocial Behavior

  • 7.4%

    Painful Urination

  • 6.4%

    Addictive Behavior

  • 4.3%

    Aggression

  • 1.1%

    Multiple Sclerosis

  • 1.1%

    Obsessive Behavior

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Disclaimer: The list and ratings above are for informational purposes only, and is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. The goal of the information is to provide you with a comprehensive view of all available treatments, but should not be construed to indicate that use of any one treatment is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Decisions about use of a new treatment, or about a change in your current treatment plan, should be in consultation with your doctor or other healthcare professional.

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