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Grand Mal Seizures: Anyone found out what's causing your seizures?
Epilepsy & Seizures | Last Active: Jan 21, 2022 | Replies (21)Comment receiving replies
@nin
Keppra also comes in an extended-release version. This formulation will likely prevent any breakthrough seizures.
I had the same problem so I asked my Neurologist if I could take all my meds in the morning and he agreed it was a good idea.
My Neuro likes to only prescribe brand name drugs and whenever possible the extended-release version. Because the drug level is more stable with extended-release medications they often have fewer side effects and can be taken once a day. I hope your son discusses the extended-release option with his doctor.
I don’t know if your son takes brand or generic Keppra but studies have shown some epilepsy patients are susceptible to breakthrough seizures when they switch manufacturers which is a common practice pharmacies use to save money. The same holds when switching from brand to generic and vs verse.
Thank you for your insight @santosh
Take care,
Jake
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@jakedduck1 - Thank you for that information. I will certainly let him know about the extended release, this could be very helpful and beneficial to him. He is on the name brand and has been for quite sometime. The generic wasn't helping as much. I do appreciate your feedback!
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As @jakedduck1 has experienced it and mentioned to you and also in other posts, the extended-release version of an AED (anti-epileptic drug) I have tried was the one that has best controlled my seizures. Unfortunately, I could not tolerate the side-effects of this medication. I am a very sensitive person to medication since my childhood.