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Help, im so worried, my 12 year daughter just been diagnose with Petit Mal and she was put on depakote for 22 days so she just tell me she heard a whistle in her head and sometimes heard funny laughs in her head i call the Neuro and he change for Zarontin i saw it and has the same side effects anyone help me

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I've tried both Depakote and

Submitted by birdman on Sat, 2020-03-28 - 20:07

I've tried both Depakote and Zarontin and never had those side effects. But once I was on an antibiotic and I did hear sounds that did not occur. I heard the telephone ring when it did not. I heard my mother call and she did not. So this crazy side effect is not "unheard" of.

Roslyn,I'm sorry; I confused

Submitted by birdman on Sun, 2020-03-29 - 21:05

Roslyn,I'm sorry; I confused the name Zarontin with the latest one I tried Zonegran. I was on Zarontin as an infant. I don't know how much good it did. Someone from the Epilepsy Foundation's ConnectHelp will be able to provide you with better advice tomorrow.

Hi, Thank you for posting and

Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2020-03-30 - 09:06

Hi, Thank you for posting and we understand your concerns. Our new to Epilepsy & Seizure tool kit is a great resource and starting point for learning about what epilepsy is, what resources are available, how to make the most of doctors' visits, and how to take control of seizures, seizure first aid & safety. Learn more here: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/toolbox/new-seizures-and-epilepsy . Treatment and how the body may react to certain medications varies for each individual. The goal of treatment with medicines should be –No Seizures and No Side Effects. However, we know that some individuals may experience too many side effects, that are very bothersome or cause other health problems. To learn more about Zarontin and things to look for, visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/medications/ethosuximide . It’s important that you all are continue to follow-up with your daughter’s healthcare teams to discuss your concerns and if she continues to experiences any changes in side effects seizure types/ frequency, symptoms, moods or behaviors, to determine what individual treatment plan is best for her. You all may want to consider keeping a journal or a diary to help keep track of her seizures, medications, and more by using a diary or a journal. My Seizure Diary, can be used to organize her health issues, record medication side effects, develop seizure response plans, and more, which can be share with her healthcare team: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/epilepsy-foundation-my-seizure-diary . It’s common for those who are in caregiver role to feel overwhelmed. It’s important to remember that you are not alone, and that you’re taking care of yourself and making your health and overall well-being a priority. https://www.epilepsy.com/sites/core/files/atoms/files/Caregivers%20factsheet.pdf Every parent is different in how they cope with their child’s epilepsy. It is important to find someone you trust to talk about your concerns and worries. https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/managing-your-epilepsy/managing-your-child%E2%80%99s-epilepsy . It may also be helpful to connect with other parents who may have similar experiences, to ask questions, find & give support to each other, by visiting: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/parents-and-caregivers/parents-helping-parents . Additionally, you may always contact our 24/7 Helpline, where trained information specialists are available to answer your questions, offer help, hope, support, guidance, and access to national and local resources. 1-800-332-1000, contactus@efa.org. epilepsy.com/helpline , or contact your local Epilepsy Foundation: https://www.epilepsy.com/affiliates

Hi, Thank you for posting and we understand your concerns. Our new to Epilepsy & Seizure tool kit is a great resource and starting point for learning about what epilepsy is, what resources are available, how to make the most of doctors' visits, and how to take control of seizures, seizure first aid & safety. Learn more here: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/toolbox/new-seizures-and-epilepsy . Treatment and how the body may react to certain medications varies for each individual. The goal of treatment with medicines should be –No Seizures and No Side Effects. However, we know that some individuals may experience too many side effects, that are very bothersome or cause other health problems. To learn more about Zarontin and things to look for, visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/medications/ethosuximide . It’s important that you all are continue to follow-up with your daughter’s  healthcare teams to discuss your concerns and if she continues to experiences any changes in side effects seizure types/ frequency, symptoms, moods or behaviors, to determine what individual treatment plan is best for her. You all may want to consider keeping a journal  or a diary to help keep track of her seizures, medications, and more by using a diary or a journal. My Seizure Diary, can be used to organize her health issues, record medication side effects, develop seizure response plans, and more, which can be share with her healthcare team: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/epilepsy-foundation-my-seizure-diary . It’s common for those who are in caregiver role to feel overwhelmed. It’s important to remember that you are not alone, and that you’re taking care of yourself and making your health and overall well-being a priority. https://www.epilepsy.com/sites/core/files/atoms/files/Caregivers%20factsheet.pdf Every parent is different in how they cope with their child’s epilepsy. It is important to find someone you trust to talk about your concerns and worries. https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/managing-your-epilepsy/managing-your-child%E2%80%99s-epilepsy . It may also be helpful to connect with other parents who may have similar experiences, to ask questions, find & give support to each other, by visiting: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/parents-and-caregivers/parents-helping-parents  . Additionally, you may always contact our 24/7 Helpline, where trained information specialists are available to answer your questions, offer help, hope, support, guidance, and access to national and local resources. 1-800-332-1000, contactus@efa.org. epilepsy.com/helpline , or contact your local Epilepsy Foundation: https://www.epilepsy.com/affiliates

Hi, Thank you for posting and we understand your concerns. Our new to Epilepsy & Seizure tool kit is a great resource and starting point for learning about what epilepsy is, what resources are available, how to make the most of doctors' visits, and how to take control of seizures, seizure first aid & safety. Learn more here: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/toolbox/new-seizures-and-epilepsy . Treatment and how the body may react to certain medications varies for each individual. The goal of treatment with medicines should be –No Seizures and No Side Effects. However, we know that some individuals may experience too many side effects, that are very bothersome or cause other health problems. To learn more about Zarontin and things to look for, visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/medications/ethosuximide . It’s important that you all are continue to follow-up with your daughter’s healthcare teams to discuss your concerns and if she continues to experiences any changes in side effects seizure types/ frequency, symptoms, moods or behaviors, to determine what individual treatment plan is best for her. You all may want to consider keeping a journal or a diary to help keep track of her seizures, medications, and more by using a diary or a journal. My Seizure Diary, can be used to organize her health issues, record medication side effects, develop seizure response plans, and more, which can be share with her healthcare team: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/epilepsy-foundation-my-seizure-diary . It’s common for those who are in caregiver role to feel overwhelmed. It’s important to remember that you are not alone, and that you’re taking care of yourself and making your health and overall well-being a priority. https://www.epilepsy.com/sites/core/files/atoms/files/Caregivers%20factsheet.pdf Every parent is different in how they cope with their child’s epilepsy. It is important to find someone you trust to talk about your concerns and worries. https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/managing-your-epilepsy/managing-your-child%E2%80%99s-epilepsy . It may also be helpful to connect with other parents who may have similar experiences, to ask questions, find & give support to each other, by visiting: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/parents-and-caregivers/parents-helping-parents . Additionally, you may always contact our 24/7 Helpline, where trained information specialists are available to answer your questions, offer help, hope, support, guidance, and access to national and local resources. 1-800-332-1000, contactus@efa.org. epilepsy.com/helpline , or contact your local Epilepsy Foundation: https://www.epilepsy.com/affiliates