Ensure Safety With Antiseizure Meds
January 2023
We’re getting questions about safe use of antiseizure meds...including when they’re used for migraine prevention, neuropathy, etc.
Interactions. Be vigilant with phenytoin or carbamazepine...these induce multiple CYP450 enzymes and P-glycoprotein.
For instance, these meds may lower levels of amiodarone...warfarin...direct oral anticoagulants (Eliquis, etc)...and most statins.
Get concise advice on drug therapy, plus unlimited access to CE
Pharmacist's Letter Canada includes:
- 12 issues every year, with brief articles about new meds and hot topics
- 200+ CE courses, including the popular CE-in-the-Letter
- Quick reference drug comparison charts
- Access to the entire archive