- Tegretol, Zarontin, Felbatol, Gabitril, Keppra, Lyrica, Lamictal, Neurontin, Phenytoin, Topamax, Trileptal, Zonegra and Depakote are commonly prescribed epilepsy medications.
- Common side effects of epilepsy medications include fatigue, dizziness, weight gain, skin rashes, lack of coordination and speech problems like stuttering.
- Most side effects of epilepsy typically begin within a few days of treatment and gradually subside once your body becomes acclimated to the drug.
- Epilepsy medications cause severe depression and suicidal thoughts or behaviors in some patients. Over time, epilepsy medications frequently cause a loss of bone density, making you susceptible to fractures.
- Pregnant women who take epilepsy medications are 2 percent to 3 percent more likely than other women to have a child with a birth defect. Patients older than 65 are more susceptible to side effects from epilepsy medications.
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