Phenobarbital (Barbiturates)
- Barbiturate
- Seizures
- Ataxia
- Paradoxical Excitement
- Fatigue/Drowsiness
- Monitor Plasma Levels
- High Potential for Abuse
Lamotrigine (Lamictal)
- Blocks Na+ Channels
- Seizures
- Bipolar Disorder
- Diplopia
- Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- Headache
- Aseptic Meningitis
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Screen for Suicide Risk
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
- Blocks Na+ Channels
- Tonic-clonic Seizures
- Ataxia
- Nystagmus
- Sedation
- Gingival Hyperplasia
- Purple Glove Syndrome
- Hirsutism
- Rash
- Anemia
- Individualized Dosing
Risperidone (Risperdal)
- Atypical Antipsychotic
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar Mania
- Autism-Associated Irritability
- Extrapyramidal Symptoms
- Hyperprolactinemia
- Gynecomastia
- Galactorrhea
- Amenorrhea
- Prolonged QT
- Intramuscular Long Acting (Depot) Form
Valproic Acid (Depakote)
- Blocks Na+ Channels
- Increases GABA Concentration
- Tonic-clonic Seizures
- Bipolar Disorder
- Migraine Prophylaxis
- Hepatotoxicity
- Blood Dyscrasias
- GI Distress
- Tremor
- Pancreatitis
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
- Inactivates Na+ Channels
- Seizures
- Bipolar Disorder
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Nystagmus
- Ataxia
- Hepatotoxicity
- Blood Dyscrasias
- Water Retention
- Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- Avoid Grapefruit Juice
Ethosuximide (Zarontin)
- First Line Absence Seizure
- Blocks Thalamic T-Type Ca2+ Channels
- Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Blood Dyscrasias
- Do Not Stop Abruptly
Benztropine (Cogentin)
- Anticholinergic
- Parkinson's Disease
- Acute Dystonia
- Blurred Vision
- Dry Mouth
- Urinary Retention
- Tachycardia
- Constipation
- Psychosis
Short-acting Benzodiazepines
- ATOM
- Alprazolam
- Triazolam
- Oxazepam
- Midazolam
- Anesthesia Induction
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Half-life < 12 Hours
- Dependence
Topiramate
- Seizure Treatment
- Migraine Prophylaxis
- Increase GABA Action
- Blocks Voltage-Gated Na+ Channels
- Kidney Stones
- Weight Loss
- Sedation
Valproic Acid (Valproate) Side Effects
- Vomiting
- Alopecia
- Liver Toxicity
- Pancreatitis/Pancytopenia
- Retain Fat (Weight Gain)
- Oedema (Edema)
- Appetite Increase
- Tremor
- Enzyme Inhibitor (P450)
Pregabalin (Lyrica)
- GABA Analog
- Seizures
- Neuropathic Pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Somnolence (Fatigue)
- Weight Gain
- Angioedema
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Dependence