New Antiseizure Medication Approved

• Autores: Diane S. Aschenbrenner
• Localización: American Journal of Nursing, ISSN 0002-936X, Vol. 113, Nº. 2, 2013, págs. 23-24
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • * Perampanel (Fycompa) has been approved to treat partial-onset seizures (with or without generalized seizures) when other antiepileptic therapy hasn't been sufficient.

    * Perampanel, which is used in addition to other antiepileptic medications, can induce serious or even life-threatening psychiatric or behavioral changes. These adverse effects are more likely to occur during dosage escalation or when larger doses are prescribed.