Antiepileptic Drugs: A Clinician's Manual

by Ali A. Asadi-Pooya, Michael R Sperling

Overview

This concise handbook provides practical, up-to-date clinical guidance on effective selection, prescription, and usage of antiepileptic drugs for patients with epilepsy in various medical conditions and in a variety of clinical contexts. This text discusses choosing drugs when faced with various medical comorbidities; how to correctly prescribe, titrate, and taper drugs; how to monitor drug efficacy and side effects; how to diagnose and manage toxicity; how antiepileptic drugs interact with other medications; and comprehensive coverage of current treatment options. Key Feature of this Manual Include · A brief formal discussion of the basic pharmacology of each antiepileptic drug, with an emphasis on how to select and use anti-epileptic drugs in a variety of clinical contexts. · Discussions of antiepileptic drugs approved for epilepsy since 2009. · New research about already existing antiepileptic drugs. · References for further reading that are oriented toward utility in clinical practice. Antiepileptic Drugs: A Clinician's Manual fills an unmet need as a practical, patient-oriented reference and leads to improved patient care. Supported by practical, clinical knowledge and experience, this is the perfect guide for physicians looking to ensure safe practices in antiepileptic drug therapy.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780190214982
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	12/16/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	304
File size:	771 KB

About the Author

Dr. Ali A. Asadi-Pooya, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Epileptology at the department of neurology, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran. He is the founder and the director of Shiraz Comprehensive Epilepsy Center at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, and the director of Shiraz Epilepsy Surgery Committee. Dr. Michael R. Sperling, M.D., is Baldwin Keyes Professor of Neurology at the department of neurology, Thomas Jefferson University. He is the director of Jefferson Comprehensive Epilepsy Center.

Table of Contents

Contents 1 Diagnosis and Evaluation of Patients With Seizures 2 Antiepileptic Drug Dosage Forms and Administration Guidelines 3 Mechanisms of Action and Pharmacokinetic Properties of Antiepileptic Drugs 4 Monitoring Antiepileptic Drugs and Their Toxicity 5 Choices of Antiepileptic Drugs Based on Specific Epilepsy Syndromes and Seizure Types 6 Clinically Important Drug Interactions With Antiepileptic Drugs 7 Aggravation of Seizures by Antiepileptic Drugs 8 Polytherapy With Antiepileptic Drugs 9 Antiepileptic Drugs in Pregnancy 10 Antiepileptic Drugs in Lactating Women 11 Antiepileptic Drugs in the Elderly 12 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Renal Disease 13 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Liver Disease 14 Antiepileptic Drugs and Metabolic Disorders 15 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Hyperlipidemia 16 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Diabetes Mellitus 17 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Cardiovascular Disorders 18 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Hematological Disorders 19 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients on Chemotherapy or Immunosuppressive Therapy 20 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients with Brain Tumors 21 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Stroke 22 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Preexisting Psychiatric Problems or Learning Disabilities 23 Antiepileptic Drugs and Cognition 24 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Migraine Headaches 25 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With Neuropathic Pain Syndromes 26 Antiepileptic Drugs&Cutaneous / Allergic Reactions 27 Antiepileptic Drugs and Ophthalmologic Problems 28 Antiepileptic Drugs and Weight Change 29 Antiepileptic Drugs and Bone Health 30 Antiepileptic Drugs in Patients With HIV Infection/AIDS Index

Editorial Reviews

"This well-organized and easy-to-read can be considered both a concise reference book and a practical handbook. It's organization and structure will allow clinicians who confront different medical comorbidities to look up helpful information in a matter of minutes. Overall, this books detailed analytical content, contributory tables and algorithms, and conclusive highlights will be of great value to all neurologists and epilepsy specialists, as well as other practitioners who may face patients with seizers in different contexts." -JAMA Neurology

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