Hi,I am Dr. Shanthi.E (General & Family Physician). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Is Smoking Marijuana Safe After A Grand Mal Seizure?
Hello, I used to smoke quite regularly like 2 times a week for a year or so before increasing to 4 a week for a couple of months. I got grandmal seizures like once a month for like 4 months, though I was always aware of what s happening. I m on epilim 200 twice a day. Can I still smoke weed? Had gone off when I started the meds.
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Smoking may aggravate epilepsy it is better to avoid.If you're feeling difficulty to wean please consult your neuropsychiatrist he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Is Smoking Marijuana Safe After A Grand Mal Seizure?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Smoking may aggravate epilepsy it is better to avoid.If you re feeling difficulty to wean please consult your neuropsychiatrist he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.