CHMP Gives Positive Opinion to Eisai for Fycompa Using First in Epilepsy Treatment
On May 29, 2012, Eisai announced that the EMA’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) had rendered a positive opinion in using Fycompa (perampanel) as an adjunctive treatment...
“Miracle Diet” Touted as Cure for Epilepsy
For many years, an old wives’ tale “cure” for epilepsy has circulated consisting of a high-fat, low-carb dietary plan. This diet is said to lower episodes of seizures or even...
Epilepsy Drugs May Cause Cognitive Defects in Newborns
A recent study that was conducted on rats has found that the drug phenobarbital stunts neuronal growth. This makes many wonder if using the drug is the right things to...
Survey: Schools Should do More for Epileptic Students
According to a recent survey conducted by the UK charity Epilepsy Action, epileptic kids are not getting the right support they need. This survey, which was conducted on both parents...
Epileptics Suffer from Impaired Sleep, Says Study
Current research from the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children in Boston has found that pediatric epilepsy causes a significant impairment for children and parents. This is according to a study...