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Suggest Ways To Prevent Long Terms Effects Of Tegrol Pills For Epilepsy
My age is 52. I am 25 years old patient of Epilepsy. Taking Tegrol 200 since 18 years. For 10 years taken 2 tab per day thereafter 3 per day.I have faced one attack 2 months back Thereafter taking 4 tabs perday. Although my attacks have been controlled with this dose but sometimes I face absence of mind for few seconds. Moreover I am afraid of side effects of tablets. Two months back my Vit D level was only 7 unita nad LDL level was 240. I fear for harmful effects on heart. What should I do to get rid of its harmful effects and permanent cure.
Mon, 15 Jun 2015
don't worry about it. there are other first line medication which can be use for long term. I will advised for consultation with your neurologist.
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