yarkadin Posted November 27, 2024 Report Posted November 27, 2024 Per Google AI, the drugs below have been used to treat photosensitivity (something that has gotten worse for me lately for whatever reason). Some of them we are well aware of, while others I have not seen mentioned on the board. I also listed calcium channel blockers. Does anyone have any input/experience on this? Some drugs used to treat photosensitive epilepsy include: Lamotrigine A broad-spectrum antiepileptic drug (AED) that can reduce the PPR. However, it can cause eye problems like double vision or blurry vision. Vigabatrin Also known as Sabril, this AED can be taken with or without food. However, you should not stop taking it or change the dose without first talking to your doctor. Carbamazepine Also known as Tegretol or Carbatrol, this AED is a popular choice for treating partial seizures. Levetiracetam Also known as Keppra, this AED is effective for a wide range of seizure types and has a low risk of causing memory problems. Oxcarbazepine Also known as Trileptal, this AED is similar to carbamazepine but may have fewer side effects. However, it can increase the risk of low blood sodium. Other AEDs that may be used to treat photosensitive epilepsy include: ethosuximide, clobazam, valproic acid, topiramate, zonisamide, and clonazepam. Calcium channel blockers and other anticonvulsants can be used to treat epilepsy because calcium plays a key role in seizures: Zonisamide A new generation antiepileptic drug (AED) that blocks T-type calcium channels and voltage-gated sodium channels. It's used to treat partial onset seizures, infantile spasms, and other types of seizures. Nimodipine A calcium antagonist that's been studied as an add-on therapy for patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. Verapamil A voltage-gated calcium channel blocker that has been reported to reduce seizure frequency in some cases. Ethosuximide An anticonvulsant that blocks T-type calcium channels and is used to treat petit mal seizures. Trimethadione An anticonvulsant used to treat treatment-refractory petit mal seizures.
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