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Is Smoking Marijuana Advisable While On Epilim?
Question: Why can't I smoke weed whilst taking epilim for epilepsy?
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Detailed Answer:
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Marijuana has been shown to lower seizure threshhold, making it more likely for you to have a seizure. This is especially true with Epilim, because marijuana lower the blood levels of this medication and makes it less effective. If you want to avoid having a seizure, don't smoke marijuana.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Marijuana has been shown to lower seizure threshhold, making it more likely for you to have a seizure. This is especially true with Epilim, because marijuana lower the blood levels of this medication and makes it less effective. If you want to avoid having a seizure, don't smoke marijuana.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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