Patient's question:
A 6-year-old boy with epilepsy took his first dose of Keplar 0.25g at 8:05 this morning. Around 10:00, the child ate the remaining half of the 0.25g dose himself. Now, the child is walking unsteadily, stumbling and falling; he is shouting loudly, hitting people, being restless, having a bad temper, and throwing things.Question: Could this be due to an overdose of medication? What should be done?
Doctor's answer:
Drink more water. ① Maintain a regular lifestyle, rest on time, and ensure sufficient sleep to avoid staying up late or fatigue. Avoid prolonged TV watching or video game playing.② Eat a light diet, consume more vegetables and fruits, and avoid stimulating beverages and foods such as coffee, cola, and spicy dishes. Quit smoking and drinking alcohol. Avoid medications containing caffeine or ephedrine. Penicillin-class or quinolone drugs may sometimes also trigger episodes.
③ Take medication on time and regularly, and follow up with outpatient visits.
④ Driving is prohibited; swimming in the sea or rivers is forbidden; working at high altitudes or operating machinery is not advisable.