Epilepsy LOs

• What medication is safest for use during pregnancy

  Lamotrigine (Lamictal)
• What medications can decrease efficacy of contraception

  Oxcarbazepine, Topiramate
• What medication is contraindicated in pregnancy

  Valproic acid
• What medication can worsen absence seizures

  Carbamazepine
• What medications can be used for treatment of neuropathy

  Gabapentin, Pregabalin
• What medication also exhibit anti-anxiety effects

  Benzodiazepines and Topiramate
• Identify medications that have risks when used in elderly

  Carbamazepine, Benzodiazepines