The morning that I'm making Christmas dinner? That way, I can get it all done without falling asleep halfway through.
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It's ultimately up to you, but I would suggest speaking to your doctor about this.
After my head injury. I was taking just Dilantin. Then after the many times I woke up in hospital, they increased my dosage. Then after more times waking up in more hospitals they started giving me different meds. Right now I am taking Dilantin & Primidone.
How do you feel mentally?
Looking forward to your response.
Thanks, in advance.
Have a blessed day.
Do antibiotics increase your chances of having a seizure, even if your epilepsy is well controlled. How soon after starting the antibiotics would you notice increased seizure activity? And how long would this increased activity continue after stopping the antibiotics?
@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member I am on lorazapam. Takes a bit longer to take effect but lasts longer. Hope you are doing well.
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A drop of peppermint essential oil under my nose to keep me decongested, Rotate Tylenol/Advil for fevers and aches. Fisherman's friend for the throat. That's about it.
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