[epilepsy] Re: A question

 

Re Keppra & 5-HTP. I have been taking 5-HTP and Vit B for 14 days and the real effect it has had on my sleeping problems is marvellous (thanks Liz!) Crossing my fingers that the effects last. I am looking for some info on Serotonin/5-HTP and Keppra/levetiracetam to take down to the doctor. Where did you get your info from Liz?

Suzanne

--- In epilepsy@yahoogroups.com, Liz Welker <lizard110366@...> wrote:
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> Keppra has a short halflife, only about 8-9 hours. I take it, and it's very effective against many types of szs. If you can take a low dose, it shouldn't cause any serious problems, but be watchful for any side effects or reactions. I had serious thyroid problems on a "normal" dose and now take the same dose every day as my best friend's 3 yo! I'm 43. :) LOL I'm doing great on it, too. :)
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> I was also having severe insomnia from it, even on this dose, and I take 5-HTP now. It helps a lot, and I highly recommend it if sleep is an issue for you. It replaces the seratonin that can be depleted from taking Keppra.
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> Not all EEGs will necesssarily show sz activity, even if some do. I have had normal and abnormal EEGs and have always had epi. It depends on the type, intensity, and how deep they are in the brain.
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> It's also very important to understand that pseudos are real szs, just not epileptic. The body is NOT "faking" them.
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> LIZARD :)

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