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What drugs are used to treat epilepsy?
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Many various: There are many different causes of epilepsy and, therefore, many different medications used to treat it. Probably the most well-known medications are Phenobarbital and dilantin. This is a complex subject and should be discussed with a neurologist.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Many: Agree, there are over a dozen commonly used anti epilepsy drugs, and choosing which drug depends on the type of epilepsy and the characteristics of the individual patient. Seeing a neurologist is the best way to answer the question of which drug might be right for you or your loved one.
Answered 11/9/2012
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