why does ciprofloxacin cause seizures?does it affect CNS?
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Ciprofloxacin is part of a class of antibiotics called the fluoroquinolones.  Side effects involving the CNS or central nervous system (brain/spinal cord) are always a possibility with this class of medications.  There are several prescription medications that can cause seizures by lowering the "seizure threshold".  This means that if you were going to have a seizure anyway, it would take less stimuli to cause it to happen.  Most people don't routinely experience seizures from ciprofloxacin.  However, if I had epilepsy (a seizure disorder), I would be careful with using ciprofloxacin, especially if my seizure disorder is poorly controlled.
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I'm not a 100% on this, but I think there are some interactions between belladonna and anti-depressants.\n\nAlso, if you have ever had an eating disorder DO NOT TAKE WELLBUTRIN! It can cause seizures, I know I got them for a month before my pharmisist thought to ask that when I complained.\n\nBoy was I mad, my Dr knew I was a recovering anorexic!
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It depends on which side effects you're talking about. If it's diarrhea, it's probably because the natural flora in the gut got killed off and clostridium difficile grew. It's a DNA gyrase inhibitor so it stops DNA replication.
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Absolutely not.  CP is a condition, it is not a disease that gets worse and eventually causes death.  People that have it can live the same amount as everyone else.  They may have seizures, which can cause sudden falls and may result in injuries and even death, but it is not likely.  Usually people with seizures recognize their aura and know when a seizure is about to happen and they take measures to ensure their safety.
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Alcohol may increase drowsiness caused by Tegretol. It may also increase the risk of seizures.\n\n•  Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with Tegretol. The interaction could lead to potentially adverse effects. You should discuss the use of grapefruit and grapefruit juice with your doctor. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without first talking to your doctor. \n\nWhat other drugs will affect Tegretol? \n •  Many drugs may affect the way that Tegretol is metabolized ("broken down") in the body, leading to higher or lower than expected levels of the medication in the blood. Talk to your doctor before taking any other medicines during treatment with Tegretol. \n •  Tegretol may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills. Use a second method of birth control while taking Tegretol to ensure protection from unintended pregnancy. \n •  Tegretol can interact with many other medicines and many medications may affect your condition. Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines including vitamins, minerals or herbal products without first talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
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Ok im actually  a doctor... people should pay me for this info, but anyway...you may experience any combination of the following:\n      · slow, weak breathing; \n      · seizures; \n      · cold, clammy skin; \n      · severe weakness or dizziness; \n      · unconsciousness; \n      · yellowing of the skin or eyes; or \n      · unusual fatigue, bleeding, or bruising. \n      · constipation; \n      · dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, or decreased appetite; \n      · dizziness, tiredness, or lightheadedness; \n      · muscle twitches; \n      · sweating; \n      · itching; \n      · decreased urination; or \n      · decreased sex drive. \n\n•  Hydrocodone is habit forming. It is possible become physically and/or psychologically dependent on the medication. Do not take more than the prescribed amount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor. Withdrawal effects may occur if Lortab is stopped suddenly after several weeks of continuous use. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in dose. \n\nif you want my professional opinion... try weed.. good effect.. not may side affects!!\n\n-shamar ph.D. [just trying to help]
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It could , but so does epilepsy and some dogs have that too. Get the dog to the vet and find out the cause, it could be as simple as giving the dog anti seizure meds which are cheap. It also could be not enough fluid, does he or she drink enough, one time my dog didn't want to drink and got dehydrated and had a seizure.
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Excessive cartoon watching in a toddler has been shown to "overstimulate" their little synapses and can cause ADD. Cartoons can also cause epileptics to have sezuires.
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The choice of an antiepileptic drug depends firstly on its efficacy in specific seizure types and epilepsies. However, it is imperative to consider whether possible adverse events will outweigh any benefits. The advantages and disadvantages of vigabatrin, lamotrigine, gabapentin, topiramate, tiagabine and felbamate are considered in some detail, and oxcarbazepine, stiripentol, remacemide, zonisamide and levetiracetam more briefly. Vigabatrin is effective for partial seizures and infantile spasms, but visual field defects are limiting its use. Lamotrigine has a wide spectrum, needs to be prescribed with care. Gabapentin is unlikely to cause adverse effects, but has relatively poor efficacy. Topiramate is widely effective, but can be poorly tolerated. Tiagabine is relatively untried in childhood epilepsies. The use of felbamate is restricted to severe refractory epilepsies. Stiripentol can be effective in severe myoclonic epilepsy in infancy. Zonisamide has a special place in the progressive myoclonus epilepsies. Levetiracetam, remacemide and oxcarbazepine have been used mainly for partial seizures: further studies of their roles in other circumstances are required.
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It's seizures caused mostly by Epilepsy
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i dont think gatifloxacin is prescribed to enteric fever as gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone with more gram positive coverage.hence it helps in upper respiratory and other infections better.ciprofloxacin is prescribed for enteric fever more often in the dose of 500mg three times daily.
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it is supposed to help prevent you from having seizures and is pretty standard protocol for any head trauma. I don't think a doctor would recommend you not taking it.
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No, but there are doctors who are searching for a cure. I have included a VERY brief list of sources of people who are researching this. Ask your doctor about all of this. Some of the newer designer drugs work quite well with different types of seizures.
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I do not know if this is relevant to you, since you said it was a project...but, my friend along time ago in college had it. I had to sit with her during our off periods in the rec room because if she had a seizure she would eat her cigarettes. I know that sounds weird, but  when she had a seizure she would just start sticking things in her mouth. Also I do know they can swallow thier tongue, not sure why or how, but that is one thing her mom told me.
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Epilepsy results when something interferes with electrical impulses in the brain. The cause of epilepsy is not always clear. Less than one-half of people with epilepsy have an identifiable, primary cause.  Epilepsy is sometimes the result of another condition, such as head injury, brain tumor, brain infection, or stroke.  Medication can effectively control seizures in many people with epilepsy. Other treatments that help control seizures include surgery, a special diet, or a device that stimulates nerves. A combination of these treatments may be tried when medication alone does not control seizures.
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There is a drug originally designed for epilepsy called nuerontin. Over the years doctors have found that it has many excellent side effects. Two of the most favorable being good for anxiety and for neurological pain. Podiatrists use it alot for pain,
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What kind of seizure's does he have?  How old is he?\n\nMy daughter has had epilepsy since she was 7 years old.  She started with petit mal and absence seizures, but eventually had grand mal seizures as well, though not frequently.  She is now a 23 year old mother, working, going to college, and healthy.  Her child so far has no signs of epilepsy.  \n\nHer seizures were under control with medication, and for the past few years she has been off medication, which can happen especially for those diagnosed as children.\n\nEven with epilepsy, she was an athlete, an A student, worked since age 12 (tutoring other children, later as a waitress), and never let it stop her from doing anything she wanted to do.\n\nIt may take some experimentation to get his seizures under control with the least side effects, but keep working with his doctors until you accomplish that.  He still has a great future.\n\nIf he has severe and/or frequent seizures that resist control with medication, there are procedures that can be done, and also he could get a dog that notifies of impending seizures.  So even if he is one of the unfortunate people for whom epilepsy is a more serious ongoing issue, he can have a great future and be independent.\n\nFor more information and resources, visit:\nhttp://www.epilepsy.com