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What's Main Side Effect Of AEDs
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As epileptic people must have to use AEDs possibly whole life, I am wondering that what kind of side effects one can expect and precautions to avoid these.

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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Actually as a 55 year old, i know better. They dont usually tell us everything. Long term; they affect absorption of vitamins and minerals. Add yourself. Digestive system gets whacky…You need to… read more

Side Effects
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Does anyone get bothered by side affect i get it with lamotrigne

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I've just stopped Cenobamate after only 6 weeks on it. Terrible side effects affected me and I'm not prepared to take it.

Vimpat Side Effect?
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I have been having double vision which is an expected side effect, but when it was doing it this morning I decided to check my BP. It was very high. 180/102. It was taken manually. I take a low dose BP medicine. I had already taken it along with my other medications earlier. I don't see anything that lists that as a side effect. Has anyone else had this happen? Or maybe it was an isolated incident. I did have my BP rechecked at work after i sat for about 10 minutes, manual also. It was 132/98… read more

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I take Vimpat medication and at times get double vision, blurred vision, and/or walking difficulty. It isn't all the time. Most of it is probably every 3 months. It seems to be a good combination for… read more

Lamictal Side Effects
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Is ringing in the ears a side effect of lamictal? My left ear was ringing today and yesterday. I started lamictal a week ago and my rings didn't ring as much before yesterday.

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I am on 400 mg of lamotrigine a day. I sometimes get ringing in my ears, but it comes and goes.

I'm Afraid Of The Side Effects Of Epilepsy Meds. Am I Making A Mountain Out Of A Mole Hill?
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Anyone that feels uneasy about their medicine, talk
to your Doctor & have him explain what the "side effects" would be. Usually
you can find a "different medicine," if the one your
using has… read more

I Take Kepra For My Seizures And I Was Wondering If It Is A Good Medicine For It
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@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member , it is a common Side Effect of people showing anger or getting mad easier than before taking the medication. Behavior changes is another common side effect, along with many… read more

Said Effect And Medication
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1 After a seizure, can you get up and continue your usual work?
2. Has anyone had any side effects from epilepsy medication?

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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Generally no. And YES to your 2nd question

Lamotragine Side Effects
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I've been talking Lamotragine for 2wks after being on Keppra.
I've expecting bad side effects. Tremors, sickness.
Has anyone else had these side effects and how long did they last.

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I was on Keppra didn't have any of those side effects. To check if they are side effects and if so how severe just type in search box name of med side effects and it will tell you all of them… read more

I Take The Seizure Medication Keppra And I Am Wondering About The Side Effects. Does Anyone Know What The Side Effects Really Are?
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MikeM , I like that idea. I will look into it!

Are There Any Long Term Affects With Taking Sodium Valporate
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Best sides of any AEDs is to control the nasty seizures the best way. Glad we live in first century thru history to explain epilepsy with meds to help.Ease mind bout med sides any bad ones Dr will… read more