Treatment
and Prevention

Seizures caused by abnormal brain activity can be divided into two groups, focal seizures and generalised seizures.

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feel a lack of information and resources are barriers to accessing support or treatment they need

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of people with epilepsy experience stigma, ranging from subtle biases to significant misunderstanding.

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Nearly 2 in 3 people emphasise the urgent need for more community support and understanding to improve their quality of life

Ask your GP or pharmacist for very clear dosage instructions
Use an alarm on your phone or an app to remind you to take your medication
If you’re taking lots of different medicines, use a dosette box as this will show you what pills to take and when to take them
Once your medication and dosage have been established, consider talking to your GP about getting a repeat prescription or enough medicine to last a few months
Register for your GPs online service as this will allow you to order your repeat prescriptions online
Consider giving someone you trust (a carer or partner) permission to order prescriptions on your behalf
In the UK, you could ask your GP for a form to apply for a medical exemption certificate as this means you’ll get your prescription medicines free of charge