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Why Had A Seizure After Using Third Nicotine Patch? Advised To Take Seizure Medicine
my name is jerry I used the nicotine patch on three different occasions each time was 2 years apart each time I had a seizure after the 3rd one I was told I would have to go on seizure medicine now I cannot go without the medicine I told the dr about the patches and was told the patches would not cause this I was a truck driver at the time now I am not
Fri, 25 Apr 2014
Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
I have noted your symptoms. I agree with your doctor that nicotine patches usually does not produce seizures.
So, it is better to use anti-seizure medications. These medications are usually required for 3-5 years, even longer in some cases.
Regarding driving, you should check the local laws, as driving is prohibited for varying periods of time since the last seizure.
I hope my reply has helped you.
I would be pleased to answer, if you have any follow up queries or if you require any further information.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,
For DIRECT QUERY to me: http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumar
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Thank you for posting your query.
I have noted your symptoms. I agree with your doctor that nicotine patches usually does not produce seizures.
So, it is better to use anti-seizure medications. These medications are usually required for 3-5 years, even longer in some cases.
Regarding driving, you should check the local laws, as driving is prohibited for varying periods of time since the last seizure.
I hope my reply has helped you.
I would be pleased to answer, if you have any follow up queries or if you require any further information.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,
For DIRECT QUERY to me: http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumar
My blog: http://bestneurodoctor.blogspot.com/
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