Comparison of Effectiveness of Topiramate and Diazepam in Preventing Risk of Recurrent Febrile Seizure in Children under Age of 2 Years

摘要

ObjectiveFebrile seizures are the most common type of convulsions. Medicinal prophylaxis is sometimes used for children at high risk of recurrent febrile seizure. In certain circumstances, conventional drugs such as diazepam and phenobarbital cannot be used and the need for alternative medicines is felt. This study compared the effectiveness of topiramate and diazepam in preventing the risk of recurrent febrile seizure in children under 2 yr old.