Can A Person Who Has Seizures Take Antidepressants

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I was told by a specialist that pple who take seizures in my case gran mall should not take antidepressants for it hightens the seizure thresh hold.

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I have epilepsy and was told by a doctor in hospital to discontinue antidepressant because it could be contributing to me having more seizures.Can you take a antidepressant if you take gran mall seizures?

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Antidepressants work on brain chemicals, so yes, most people that suffer from seizure disorders are advised to stay away from them.

Learn more Epilepsy details here.

What do you take for your seizures? There are some anticonvulsant medications that can help with depression and mental disorders, as well as seizures.

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