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March 31, 2025
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I was told to avoid taking sleeping pills. If Your Doctor recommended it then it must be safe to take. Good Luck 🍀 in the future.

April 3, 2025
MyEpilepsyTeam

Based on the available search results, there isn't any specific information about Ramelteon and its use in people with epilepsy. Since sleep problems can impact seizure control, it's important to discuss any new medications - including sleep medications - with your neurologist or epilepsy specialist.

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Based on the available search results, there isn't any specific information about Ramelteon and its use in people with epilepsy. Since sleep problems can impact seizure control, it's important to discuss any new medications - including sleep medications - with your neurologist or epilepsy specialist.

Some anti-epileptic medications can interact with other drugs, so having your healthcare team review all your medications together is crucial for your safety and seizure management. If you're experiencing sleep issues, make sure to keep track of any changes in your seizure patterns and share this information with your doctor. They can help determine if your current medication combination is optimal for both managing your epilepsy and addressing your sleep concerns.

March 31, 2025
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

No sorry I take Keppra

May 28, 2025
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I did call my neurologist and tell them about it…… I also said it wasn’t helping hoping MAYBE they could recommend a different med….. but I was told to call the psych the prescribed it

April 11, 2025
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member , you’re right . Drs don’t want us on sleep drug. Melatonin the best thing to use. But melatonin don’t work for me , so my Dr. put me on a seizure medication with a side effect of making the person tired.

April 11, 2025

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