During the period of taking epilepsy medication, if an attack occurs, what should be done?

Patient's question:

During episodes, sometimes there is whole-body twitching, sometimes there are petit mal seizures, and sometimes there is drooling. The condition was initially triggered by high fever, which led to convulsions. Our city hospital diagnosed it as febrile seizures, but now convulsions occur even without fever. Recently, the frequency has increased, and currently, medications such as Keppra, Depakote, and Sodium Fructose-1,6-bisphosphate are being taken.

Doctor's answer:

To take medication or have an attack. Long-term medication can lead to excessively high blood drug concentrations, not only failing to control attacks but also increasing their frequency. Each attack damages brain cells once. It is recommended to visit a hospital for an early check-up. Consume more foods rich in vitamins B and C, fresh vegetables, and foods high in choline, such as apricots, bananas, grapes, oranges, seaweed, fish, eggs, and cabbage. Corn, brown rice, whole wheat, soybeans, garlic, mushrooms, yeast, milk, animal liver, sardines, and lean meats are also beneficial for the brain.
Second, engage in appropriate physical exercise and avoid overexertion.

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