Can ICH cause seizure?

Acute intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is a common cause for symptomatic seizures. In the recent prospective studies, symptomatic seizures among patients with ICH have ranged from 5% to 14% within the first days after event. During 2 years of follow-up, 8% to 10% of ICH survivors develop additional late seizures (LS).

What is the medication given for seizure prophylaxis?

The new antiepileptic drug levetiracetam is used in the setting of acute brain injury for seizures treatment or prophylaxis; it is a desirable alternative to phenytoin. It is associated with fewer complications when it is used as monotherapy.

What is the drug of choice for epilepticus?

The benzodiazepines are some of the most effective drugs in the treatment of acute seizures and status epilepticus. The benzodiazepines most commonly used to treat status epilepticus are diazepam (Valium), lorazepam (Ativan), and midazolam (Versed).

Is it safe to use antiseizure in Ich?

Adherents to evidence-based medicine must surely have a conniption in light of this continuing practice. The guidelines have remained clear over the years: Do not use antiseizure medications in ICH unless there has been a seizure.

When to use seizure prophylaxis in neuroscience intensive care?

Based on the current evidence and guidelines, we have proposed a presumptive protocol for seizure prophylaxis in neurosciences intensive care unit. Patients with severe traumatic brain injury and possible subarachnoid hemorrhage seem to benefit with a short course of anti-epileptic drug.

Are there any antiepileptic drugs to prevent seizures?

Our main exposure of interest was the use of AEDs as primary seizure prevention (ie, before the occurrence of clinical seizures) among adult patients with spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage. Any antiepileptic agent was considered eligible (including levetiracetam, phenytoin, and valproic acid).

Are there any anti epileptic drugs for Asah?

The use of anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) for seizure prophylaxis, however, is controversial. In patients with aSAH, nonconvulsive status epilepticus has been associated with poor outcome.