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Can Keppra And Tramadol Cause Grand Mal Seizure?
have epilepsy and i take keppra x 1000 mg twice a day. I was recently prescribed tramadol, flexril, and steroids for a strain in my neck and a few days later had a 45 mins long grand mal seizure that i felt coming on. could the mix caused the seizure?
Wed, 29 Aug 2018
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Tramadol can increase the intracranial pressure and lower the seizure threshold. You can consult a neurologist before continuing Tramadol. All other drugs are safe and can be taken as usual.
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Tramadol can increase the intracranial pressure and lower the seizure threshold. You can consult a neurologist before continuing Tramadol. All other drugs are safe and can be taken as usual.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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