What are the side effects of epilepsy

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Recently, my friend often had convulsions for no reason. When I went to the hospital, I was found to have epilepsy. The doctor suggested that it was best to have surgery. But my friend didn't want to have surgery, and I heard that there would be some side effects of medication. Now let me tell you about the side effects of medication for epilepsy.

What are the side effects of epilepsy

First: adverse reactions of cardiovascular system: adverse reactions of cardiovascular system caused by carbamazepine, phenytoin sodium, lamotrigine, phenobarbital, etc. include arrhythmia, such as sinus bradycardia, sinus arrest, frequent premature ventricular contraction, and ALS syndrome. Severe sinus bradycardia was found in patients with ACS caused by carbamazepine. Due to severe bradycardia, cardiac output is significantly reduced, resulting in insufficient blood supply to the brain. Therefore, carbamazepine should be used with caution for patients with severe cardiovascular diseases.

Second: the changes of the mouth, lips and nose. Antidepressants can cause the patient's face to become rough and with lips thickening, as well as facial and scalp subcutaneous tissue thickening, nose widening. In addition, nearly 1 / 3 of the women patients had multi hand phenomenon during medication, usually located in the face, occasionally seen in the whole body. Phenytoin sodium and other drugs are introduced to cause changes.

Third: mental disorder: sleepiness is the most common side effect of almost all antiepileptic drugs. Most of them appear at the beginning of treatment, which can affect the learning and working ability of patients, and affect their spirit and intelligence. Some show irritability, excitement, excessive activity, aggressive behavior, anxiety, insomnia, etc. This kind of symptom is especially common in patients taking barbiturates and diazepam.

matters needing attention

first. Any drug has certain side effects, which is almost impossible to avoid. Epilepsy drugs do have certain side effects, but the side effects are limited, and some of the above side effects are common.