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Tonic-clonic Seizures

Tonic-clonic seizures, once called grand mal, are generalised seizures causing sudden loss of consciousness and a fall. The muscles stiffen (the tonic phase) then jerk (the clonic phase), usually lasting a couple of minutes.

Keppra

Levetiracetam

250mg · 500mg

Levetiracetam tablets for partial and myoclonic seizures. It reduces excessive nerve firing that leads to seizures.

From$2.16/ tabletView

Key points

  • These episodes are broadly managed with anti-seizure medicines that reduce the excessive nerve firing behind them.
  • A seizure that does not stop on its own needs urgent medical attention.

Medicines listed for Tonic-clonic Seizures

The listed product is Keppra, which contains Levetiracetam, an anti-seizure medicine. It is a tablet in 250mg and 500mg strengths.

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