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What are some signs that you no longer need dilantin i have been on is 14 years seizure free with levels only at 3.1 dr says stop but im scared?
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Its OK to stop: You fit all the criteria to stop and your blood level is as if you're not taking it anyway. It's safe to stop.
Answered 9/20/2012
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If I stop Dilantin and start topomax will I have a seizure. Dilantin levels only 3.1 seizure free for 14 years can I take them both together ?
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If I had a seizure 14 years ago in my sleep and been seizure free on 3.1 level of Dilantin if I ever did have one again would it be in sleep again?
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No matter how much Dilantin I take the level never goes past 3.8 I had one seizure 14 years ago does this mean I don't need it or my body is rejecting?
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