anticonvulsant

[US]/ˌæn.tɪˈkɒnvʌl.sənt/
[UK]/ˌæn.təˈkɑːn.vəl.sən.t/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.A medication that prevents or reduces the occurrence of seizures.
n.A medication that prevents or reduces the occurrence of seizures.

Phrases & Collocations

anticonvulsant medication

anticonvulsant therapy

effective anticonvulsant

anticonvulsant drug interactions

prescription anticonvulsants

over-the-counter anticonvulsants

alternative to anticonvulsants

monitoring anticonvulsant levels

adjusting anticonvulsant dosage

Example Sentences

the doctor prescribed an anticonvulsant to control her seizures.

anticonvulsants are often used to treat epilepsy.

some anticonvulsants can have side effects like dizziness.

he was taking an anticonvulsant medication for years.

the new anticonvulsant showed promise in clinical trials.

anticonvulsants work by reducing the activity of neurons in the brain.

there are many different types of anticonvulsant medications available.

the doctor will adjust the dosage of the anticonvulsant as needed.

it's important to take anticonvulsants exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

anticonvulsants are sometimes used off-label for other conditions.

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