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A member asked:

If i've been on larica(pergobalin) for a long time and high dosage and stopped taking it for 3 days. i had a seizure. could the sudden stop of taking the medication have induced the fit?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: Abrupt discontinuation can induce withdrawal seizures, talk to your prescriber or go to hospital, wish you well

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 10/23/2020

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