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Which of the following medications is an anticonvulsant used in the prophylaxis and control of various types of seizures?
Suggested Answer: A
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33 comments · newest first
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Lucy
10 months ago
Are you sure about that? I thought it was something else.
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Jamal
11 months ago
Totally agree, Phenytoin is the go-to for seizures!
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William
11 months ago
Wait, isn't Clonidine used for ADHD?
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Lucy
11 months ago
I thought it was just for heart issues?
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Phil
11 months ago
Phenytoin is definitely an anticonvulsant.
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Geraldo
12 months ago
I’m confused about Atomoxetine and Guanfacine; I thought they were for ADHD too, but I can't recall their exact uses.
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Kerrie
12 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I think Phenytoin was definitely the answer for seizure prophylaxis.
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Rima
12 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like Clonidine is more for ADHD and not really an anticonvulsant.
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Cortney
1 year ago
I remember studying anticonvulsants, and I think Phenytoin was one of the main ones mentioned for seizure control.
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Wilson
1 year ago
I'm feeling confident about this one. Phenytoin is a well-known anticonvulsant medication used to control and prevent seizures. That's got to be the correct answer.
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An
1 year ago
Wait, I'm confused. Clonidine, atomoxetine, and guanfacine don't sound like anticonvulsants to me. I need to think this through more carefully.
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Carey
1 year ago
Okay, I think I've got this. Phenytoin is a classic anticonvulsant drug, so that's got to be the right answer.
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Kris
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know anticonvulsants are used to treat seizures, but I'm not familiar with the specific medications listed here.
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Odette
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure this is asking about anticonvulsant medications, so I'll focus on the options that sound like they could be used for seizures.
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Rikki
1 year ago
Phenytoin, easy peasy. I can already see the mnemonic 'Phenytoin Prevents Persistent Seizures' in my head.
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Keneth
1 year ago
Definitely Phenytoin. That's the one I always remember from my pharmacology classes. It's like the king of seizure meds or something.
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Velda
1 year ago
I always remember Phenytoin from my classes too.
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Jolanda
1 year ago
Yeah, it's a classic anticonvulsant.
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Edna
1 year ago
Phenytoin is the one for seizures.
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Tonette
1 year ago
Hmm, Phenytoin sounds about right. I mean, what other anticonvulsant would they be asking about? That's like the first one they teach you in med school.
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Sheridan
1 year ago
Phenytoin is a classic choice for anticonvulsant treatment.
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Frank
1 year ago
Yeah, Phenytoin is a common medication used for seizures.
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Fanny
1 year ago
I think you're right, Phenytoin is definitely an anticonvulsant.
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Izetta
2 years ago
Haha, I bet the answer is Phenytoin. It's like the go-to anticonvulsant, right? Gotta love those classic meds!
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Matt
1 year ago
I agree, it's a common choice for seizures.
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Brock
1 year ago
Definitely, it's a tried and true medication for controlling seizures.
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Aja
1 year ago
Yeah, you're right! Phenytoin is a classic anticonvulsant.
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Viola
1 year ago
I think Phenytoin is the most commonly used anticonvulsant for seizures.
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Stefany
1 year ago
I agree, it's been around for a long time and is very effective.
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Alberta
1 year ago
Yeah, you're right! Phenytoin is a classic anticonvulsant.
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Man
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think Clonidine is also used for seizures.
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Chanel
2 years ago
I agree with Tawna, Phenytoin is commonly used as an anticonvulsant.
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Tawna
2 years ago
I think the answer is D) Phenytoin.