WebSMC No. 524/08. Stiripentol (Diacomit®) for use in conjunction with clobazam and valproate as adjunctive therapy of refractory generalised tonic-clonic seizures in patients with severe myoclonic epilepsy in infancy (SMEI; Dravet' s syndrome) whose seizures are not adequately controlled with clobazam and valproate (September 2024) Funding decision: WebChild 5–11 years. Initially 500 micrograms once daily for 4 nights, dose to be increased over 2–4 weeks, usual dose 3–6 mg daily, dose to be taken at night; may be given in 3 divided doses if necessary. Child 12–17 years. Initially 1 mg once daily for 4 nights, dose to be increased over 2–4 weeks, usual dose 4–8 mg daily, dose ...
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WebAdjunctive therapy of myoclonic seizures and tonic-clonic seizures. By mouth, or by intravenous infusion. Child 12–17 years (body-weight up to 50 kg) Initially 10 mg/kg once daily, then increased in steps of up to 10 mg/kg twice daily (max. per dose 30 mg/kg twice daily), dose to be increased every 2 weeks. Child 12–17 years (body-weight 50 ... WebClonazepam Find out how clonazepam treats epileptic seizures or fits, muscle spasms, panic disorder and restless legs syndrome, and how to take it. cnn town hall with biden
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