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[BOOK Chapter] Medication: Epilepsy – Abstract References Resources

Kostas Pantremenos

Abstract

This chapter covers the use of medication in epilepsy, specific information about antiepileptic medication and what to do if there are issues or concerns about an individual’s medication.

References

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Resources

  1. British National Formulary (BNF); Children’s British National Formulary (BNFC). https://bnf.nice.org.uk/
  2. Epilepsy Society (2016) Contraception and Epilepsy. https://www.epilepsysociety.org.uk/contraception-and-epilepsy#.XiwkV2j7TIU. Accessed 25 Jan 2020
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  4. Medicines Healthcare products Regulatory Authority (MHRA) (2017) Branded anti-seizure medication information. https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/antiepileptic-drugs-updated-advice-on-switching-between-different-manufacturers-products
  5. NHS (2018) What is a controlled medicine (drug)? https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/medicines/what-is-a-controlled-medicine-drug/. Accessed 02 Jan 2020

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