Review of the newer antiepileptic drugs.
Am J Manag Care
; 9(3): 253-76; quiz 277-9, 2003 Mar.
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| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-12643343
ABSTRACT
This review article discusses the newer anti-epileptic drugs gabapentin, lamotrigine, tiagabine, topiramate, levetiracetam, oxcarbazepine, and zonisamide. Emphasis is given to FDA-approved indications and place in therapy. The mechanisms of action and pharmacokinetics of each drug is provided and the most common adverse effects are reviewed. Clinical studies leading to FDA approval are discussed. Practical points on proper dosing and monitoring are stressed, and drug interactions are also included.
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Epilepsia
/
Anticonvulsivantes
Limite:
Humans
País/Região como assunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Am J Manag Care
Assunto da revista:
SERVICOS DE SAUDE
Ano de publicação:
2003
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos