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Vimpat?
Wed, 06/29/2016 - 11:32Topic: Medication Issues
Hello,
My 20 year son has autism and has begun to have seizures in the recent past. We tried Keppra, Depakote, Lamictal and Zonisamide. While Keppra, Depakote and Zonisamide controlled the seizures, the side effects were unbearable. Unfortunately Lamictal did not work for him and he had more seizures when on it. The current medication suggested is Vimpat.
I look forward to hear experiences with Vimpat. It would be nice to hear from others who have tried the medications that my son has and have had similar reactions and what is working for them.
-Thanks much