Patient's question:
The child is in the second year of primary school and may be experiencing some academic pressure. They suddenly developed epilepsy. The doctor prescribed a lot of Western medicine. I would like to ask, what should the child pay full attention to when taking epilepsy medication?Doctor's answer:
Hello, when a child is taking medication to treat epilepsy, it is important to pay attention. While ensuring that the medication prevents seizures, it is necessary to take the medication regularly and not stop it arbitrarily. Seizures can be controlled by adjusting the medication.After the medication successfully controls seizures, it is important to monitor for any adverse reactions to the medication. Do not reduce or stop the medication to avoid recurrence. Under the condition of maintaining seizure-free periods, it may take about 2-4 years without seizures before the medication can be discontinued.
When discontinuing the medication, it is essential to gradually reduce the dosage under the guidance of a physician to potentially achieve a cure. It is recommended to adjust the antiepileptic medication properly and take it as prescribed. It is crucial not to arbitrarily reduce or stop the medication.