Patient's question:
My sister has had epilepsy for many years and often has relapses. She had another episode today, so I took her to see a doctor for epilepsy. The doctor prescribed medication and recommended a drug test. I would like to consult a few things: what is the purpose of the epilepsy medication test?Doctor's answer:
The examination of antiepileptic drugs in adults is highly significant. It fully leverages the therapeutic effects of antiepileptic drugs. It helps to increase and reduce the recurrence of antiepileptic drug toxicity. It can extend the duration of medication use. It can adjust the dosing regimen for patients with special pharmacokinetics. It allows for splitting medication dosages. It can lower the medication level for doctors. For patients, if the epilepsy condition is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment should be administered, and appropriate medication should be used, otherwise it may lead to a recurrence of epilepsy. In addition, patients also need to maintain a positive mood to avoid worsening the condition. It is hoped that the answers to the above questions can help everyone. Thank you.