Patient's question:
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Once. During the onset of the illness, there was a loss of consciousness, stupor, and inability to recognize people. A month later, dizziness reappeared again. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: At the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou, an electroencephalogram (EEG) showed abnormalities, leading to suspicion of epilepsy. The patient was prescribed magnesium valproate sustained-release tablets (one tablet per day, taken in the morning and evening). A month later, then...
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Doctor's answer:
Magnesium sustained-release tablets have anticonvulsant and antimanic effects. Their antiepileptic effect may be due to competitively inhibiting gamma-aminobutyric acid transferase, leading to increased decomposition metabolism and reducing the content of gamma-aminobutyric acid in the brain. They have varying degrees of efficacy in counteracting convulsions caused by various factors.Advice:
[Adverse Reactions] Common side effects include nausea, dry vomiting, anorexia, nausea and vomiting. In rare cases, anorexia, tremors, ataxia, acne, abnormal excitement, and restlessness may occur. Occasional side effects include allergic rash, thrombocytopenia, or thrombocyte aggregation inhibition leading to abnormal bleeding, leukopenia, or toxic liver damage.
[Contraindications] Use should be discontinued in patients with leukopenia or severe liver disease. Children under 6 years of age should not use this medication. If the symptoms are considered to be side effects of the drug, discontinuation should be considered. Changes in other medications may also be necessary.
The above advice is for the question "Dizziness after taking antiepileptic medication for half a month." It is hoped to assist you. Wishing you good health!