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Antiepileptics Drugs
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Modern treatment of seizures started in 1850 with the introduction of bromides, which was based on the theory that epilepsy was caused by an excessive sex drive. In 1910, phenobarbital (PHB), which then was used to induce sleep, was found to have antiseizure activity and became the drug of choice for many years. A number of medications similar to PHB were developed, including primidone.
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This video covers antiepileptic drugs, beginning with the history of seizure treatment. It describes the introduction of bromides in 1850 and phenobarbital in 1910, and medications similar to phenobarbital that were developed later, including primidone.
Key points
- Modern seizure treatment is traced to bromides introduced in 1850
- Phenobarbital, found in 1910 to have antiseizure activity, is covered
- Phenobarbital becoming a drug of choice for many years is described
- Primidone and other medications similar to phenobarbital are mentioned
Video Overview
This video presents “Antiepileptics Drugs” — Modern treatment of seizures started in 1850 with the introduction of bromides, which was based on the theory that epilepsy was caused by an excessive sex drive. In 1910, phenobarbital (PHB), which then was used to induce sleep, was found. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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