Understanding Anti-Seizure Medications and Weight Changes

This chapter explores the correlation between anti-seizure medications and weight gain, highlighting medications like Valproate and Gabapentin known for causing weight gain. It discusses testing knowledge on medication selection based on comorbidities, side effects related to weight changes, and medications associated with weight loss. The chapter also covers concepts of symptoms related to anti-seizure medications, rational polypharmacy in neurology, enzyme-inducing medications, and interactions like clobazam and high-dose cannabidiol.