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June 3 (edited)
Great question! Several vitamins and supplements can affect epilepsy, either by helping manage seizures or by interacting with anti-seizure medications. Here's a summary of the key ones to know about:
Vitamin D
- People with epilepsy are often low in Vitamin D
- Some anti-seizure medications can reduce Vitamin D levels as a Show Full Answer
Great question! Several vitamins and supplements can affect epilepsy, either by helping manage seizures or by interacting with anti-seizure medications. Here's a summary of the key ones to know about:
Vitamin D
- People with epilepsy are often low in Vitamin D
- Some anti-seizure medications can reduce Vitamin D levels as a side effect
- One study found that increasing Vitamin D intake reduced seizures by a median of 40%
- Too much Vitamin D can cause nausea, muscle weakness, confusion, and other side effects
- Always speak to your doctor before starting supplementation
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- Relevant for a rare type of epilepsy called pyridoxine-dependent epilepsy
- In these cases, B6 supplementation may help manage seizures
Folate (Vitamin B9)
- A deficiency in folate in the brain can contribute to seizure activity in some cases
- Supplementation may be recommended depending on the underlying cause
Turmeric (Curcumin)
- Some early research suggests it may have anti-seizure properties
- However, it can interact with medications, so caution is needed The most important takeaway is that supplements — even natural ones — can interact with anti-seizure medications or affect seizure thresholds. Always talk to your neurologist or healthcare team before adding anything new, including herbal remedies or over-the-counter supplements.
June 3
Yes I learned that the hard way with a couple of herbal supplements!
June 4
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