Epilepsy — Uganda (General Adult population)
Generalized tonic-clonic seizures
Starting dose of Carbamazepine 100-200 mg daily, increase in 100 mg increments every 1-2 weeks to 400-1400 mg daily. Alternatively, Phenobarbital 60 mg daily for 2 weeks, increase to 120-180 mg if not controlled.
Absence seizures
Sodium Valproate or Ethosuximide. Refer to specialist.
Status Epilepticus (Adult)
Diazepam 10 mg IV or rectal. If not responsive, Phenobarbital 10-15 mg/kg slowly IV OR Phenytoin 15-18 mg/kg over 1 hour.
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