Question

My child has epilepsy and has had several seizures. I am looking for medication recommendations that are suitable for children and effective for treating epilepsy.

Answer

The types of seizures in children with epilepsy can vary widely, and the choice of medication should be based on the type of seizure. Common medications include phenobarbital, sodium valproate, sodium phenytoin, and carbamazepine for tonic-clonic seizures; sodium valproate and clonazepam are suitable for absence seizures; for myoclonic and atonic seizures, sodium valproate, clonazepam, carbamazepine, and diazepam may be considered. It is recommended to choose suitable medication under the guidance of a doctor and to adjust the medication regularly during follow-up visits.