Medication

23 Jul

The Importance of Medication

For many with epilepsy, medication is an essential part of treatment. These medications are sometimes called anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) or anti-seizure drugs. Taking medication regularly – on time and as prescribed – is crucial to controlling one’s seizures. For our patients, who are often uninsured, sometimes getting ahold of their medication can be challenging. That is why at

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14 Jan

Medical Alert for Patients with Epilepsy: FDA MedWatch Nationwide Recall on Lamotrigine Tablets, 100 mg, 100 Count Bottles, Lot #331771 by Taro Pharmaceuticals

At the Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas, our mission is to lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives. On January 10, 2020, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall on Lamotrigine Tablets USP 100 mg by Taro Pharmaceuticals. The recalled tablets may contain small...

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18 Sep

Central Texas nonprofit provides emergency medications to Harvey victims with epilepsy

The catastrophic Hurricane Harvey may have devastated the southern region of the United States with historic flooding. But Harvey was no match for the overflowing community presence, support, and assistance that outpoured across every city in the nation. From raising money through fundraisers to offering supplies, housing, and even free rides, Harvey could not stop the spirit and camaraderie of people....

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