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My baby had convulsions on the 3rd day and 20th day.eeg and ultrasound were clean.now takes 2*0.5ml keppra (levetiracetam) and1/2 phenobarbital.any long term damage?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

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Control seizures 1st: The most important thing is controlling the seizures right now because if uncontrolled the side-effects are much worse. It is normal to feel the way you feel and I truly feel bad that your baby has seizures. Your doctor will monitor your child closely and I am sure he is just as concerned.

Answered 6/14/2014

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A member asked:

My baby had convulsions on the 3rd day and 20th day.eeg and ultrasound were clean.now takes 2*0.5ml keppra (levetiracetam) and1/2 phenobarbital.any long term damage?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

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