Anticonvulsant

antidepressants to carry the black box warning, the highest prescription warning, because a change in dosage or starting the medicine could lead to suicidal thoughts or hallucinations (Mayo Clinic Staff, “Depression (Major Depressive Disorder)” ). Since anticonvulsants and antipsychotics interact directly with neurons in the brain, many other parts of the body are affected as well. Side effects can include dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision. Nonetheless, most of these effects can be…

An epileptic seizure is a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain and is caused by an abnormal and excessive electrical discharge of a group of neurons within the brain. “Epilepsy is the condition of recurrent spontaneous seizures arising from abnormal electrical activity in the brain.” (Stafstorm & Rho 2014) Anyone can experience a seizure under the right conditions while epilepsy suggests an enduring variation of brain function that facilitates seizure reoccurrence. At a basic level…

Abstract Objectives: The anticonvulsant effect of cannabinoid compound illustrated in various models of seizure and epilepsy. On the other hand, there are controversial findings about the role of large conductance calcium-activated potassium (BK) channels in the pathogenesis of epilepsy. Also, there is no data regarding the effect of co-administration of cannabinoid type 1 (CB1) receptor agonists and BK channels antagonists in the acute models of seizure in mice. In this study, the effects of…

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the seizures entirely. Progesterone has been proven to play a critical role in perimenstrual catamenial seizures because it has significant anticonvulsant properties (Reddy, Lonsdale). Prescriptions similar to progesterone with the anticonvulsant characteristics are the only medicine that can be used to make living with this easier. Some of these anticonvulsants are Acetazolamide, Clobazam, Medroxyprogesterone acetate, and…

flavonoid of this plant has been reported to exert an effective role in reducing the seizure frequency and a protective effect on peripheral organ injury in animal models of seizure(30). Vitexin, another flavonoid occurring in lavender, has shown anticonvulsant effects in the brain, possibly through interaction at the benzodiazepine site of the γ-aminobutyric acid type A(GABAA) receptor complex(31). It is also likely that the calcium channel blocking activity of the plant phenolics is…

There are many common medications that are used to treat epilepsy. Generally, when an individual suffers from this brain disorder, they are issued drugs in order to prevent and treat the seizures that are experienced. This stems from the fact that it is the most productive means of controlling the electrical activity that occurs in the brain. While we all have electrical activity in the brain on a regular basis, those that suffer from epilepsy have abnormal bursts and declines of activity that…

Social stigma and labelling can have a huge impact on the attitude of medication in the client. Subsequently, the reaction of family and friends of the patients to the disorder as well as the medication also may become a social problem. For example, a patient’s spouse may divorce him or her and children may neglect them. There are other problems as well such as discrimination from employers and general public. Psychology academics often debate about the ethical issues surrounding drug therapy.…

summarizes the results of a randomized, double blind, prospective study that focused on comparing the safety and efficacy of botulinum toxin type A and Divalproex Sodium. These two drugs, botulinum toxin type A (botox) and Divalproex Sodium (an anticonvulsant drug) are used as prophylactic measures for migraines. This article is significant because tolerability is validated at the conclusion of the study. Cady R. Chronic migraine in women. The Journal of Family Practice.…

The first article was Medication For Autism, by Healthwise Staff, Primary Medical Reviewer John Pope, MD - Pediatrics, Specialist Medical Reviewer Fred Volkmar, MD - Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. This article was about the different types of medicines that could help prevent self-injury and other behaviors that are causing difficulty. There is no standard medicine for the cure of autism, to conclude The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) are targeting the main problem behaviors for autism…