This is a blog about epilepsy. I have lived with seizures for 25 years now and I want to share my experiences to allow others with epilepsy a chance to compare their experiences to mine and to allow those without epilepsy to understand further the condition and how it effects one. I had the VNS device implanted 4 years ago and have posted on that extensively. Please feel free to comment and I will try to respond.
Showing posts with label Vimpat. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vimpat. Show all posts
Monday, November 30, 2009
Blurred Vision
I started taking a higher dose of Vimpat 300 mg twice a day this weekend. I did not seem to have any problems on Sunday, but this morning I have had a few instances where I was dizzy or had blurred vision. I am not sure if it is from the medicine, but those are some of the reported side effects. I will keep monitoring to see what happens. My Depakote is down to 250 mg twice a day. We shall see what happens.
Monday, November 09, 2009
Vimpat 200 Mg
Today is my first day taking 200 Mg of Vimpat twice a day. I am being especially wary of any of the possible know side effects, such as blurred vision or dizzyness. It has been two hours since my first dose. No sign of issues yet.
Friday, October 23, 2009
5 Days on Vimpat
I've been on the Vimpat for 5 days now. So far no side-effects or allergic reactions. Granted, this is at the lowest dosage of 50mg 2 times a day. Still, a good sign...
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Vimpat - Day One
I have decided, after speaking with my Dr., to try a new medication for epilepsy called Vimpat. I began taking a very low dose on Monday. Hopefully I will be able to use it in place of the Depakote that I take now. We shall see.
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