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What is the anti epileptic drug of choice for convulsion after electrical shock

Shimaa Nasr Answered question January 27, 2024
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The AEDs that block voltage-gated sodium channels (phenytoin, carbamazepine, valproate, lamotrigine, topiramate, zonisamide, and others) are effective (Swinyard and Woodhead, 1982).

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Hossam Elgnainy Changed status to publish January 27, 2024
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The treatment will depend on the type of seizures.

Seizures following electrical shock tends to be an immediate effect that resolves shortly after electrical shock.

If the convulsions persist, that would mean a more permanent or long term effect that needs further investigations and diagnosis before recommending any medication.

Ref:

Wesner ML, Hickie J. Long-term sequelae of electrical injury. Can Fam Physician. 2013 Sep;59(9):935-9. PMID: 24029506; PMCID: PMC3771718.

Hossam Elgnainy Answered question January 26, 2024