Behavioural Neurology of Anti-Epileptic Drugs

Antiepileptic drugs are among the most commonly prescribed medications by both neurologists and psychiatrists as they exert a number of effects which extend far beyond their anticonvulsant properties. There is growing evidence that each antiepileptic drug is characterised by a specific<br>behavioural profile. <em>Behavioural Neurology of Antiepileptic Drugs: A Practical Guide</em> offers a user-friendly guide to the use of antiepileptic drugs and their behavioural effects on patients with epilepsy and primary psychiatric conditions. <p/>Written over 18 chapters this practical handbook guides the reader through the breadth of medications used in modern epilepsy and psychiatry practice alphabetically including information on each drug's indications contra-indications side-effects and important interactions. This resource covers<br>practical information on prescribing and monitoring to ensure the reader has the most up-to-date evidence-based guidance at their fingertips and diagrams are used throughout to aid visual learning. <p/>With up-to-date content and a practical approach <em>Behavioural Neurology of Antiepileptic Drugs: A Practical Guide</em> is an invaluable resource for consultants and trainees in neurology psychiatry and neuropsychiatry as well as to pharmacists and specialist epilepsy nurses.<br>