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Q: Grand mal seizures

asked by: mwolf479 on July 23rd, 2009

New User

I am a 43 year old woman had my first grand mal at 15 now when i try to find info on grand mal the names have changed am trying to find out how keppra is suppose to help was put on it in nov. 2008 and now take 2000mg aday 7a.m. an 7p.m. have not had any more seizures but the price keeps going up and can find no help from my state or local commuity to help pay have no job what can i do .
And what are grand mal seizures called now ?

Replies(3)

neuronutcase

replied on August 12th, 2009

New User

mwolf479 .... they are called tonic clonic seizures

ioka

replied on August 12th, 2009

Supporter

hi there keppra is a broad spectrum drug which is more affective and tolerated in adults.
side effects include dizziness,sleepiness, and anxiety but has on cheking for you a great review from users..hope this is some help to you..watch for otheer replies as someone else may know where else you can purchase them with price inflation finding it difficult for you.

santu

replied on September 5th, 2009

New User

If you are currently unemployed and have no medical insurance, Pfitzer, drug giant, has a program called MAINTAIN, which if you qualify, will provide your meds, free for one year. Go to their website, and I believe you can find info under their question and answers section. Good luck...Nothing worse than having to worry about paying for your medication. Eat or live?

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