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Is Taking Vimpat A Safe For Treatment Of Uncontrollable Seizures In A Child?

My five-year-old grandson was prescribed vimpat as a result of uncontrollable seizures after trying several other medications. I understand this drug has not been approved by the FDA for children under seventeen. Should his parents (my daughter and son-in-law be informed of this?
Thu, 3 Nov 2016
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consult neurologist what ever is recomanded can be tried. but it should work-and sizuer is controlled.
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Is Taking Vimpat A Safe For Treatment Of Uncontrollable Seizures In A Child?

consult neurologist what ever is recomanded can be tried. but it should work-and sizuer is controlled.