Hello Dr. Keerthi... I am suffering from a mild epilepsy disorder and taking medicines Zen Retard ( Carbamazepine ) & Keprra... I have to take these medicines for my entire life but I am only worried that does these medicines have any long term side effects and does mild epilepsy disorder will go to my children also if i am a male..... Although my neurologist has prescribed these medicines to me but as you too of the same specialization asked you. I dont get any major seizures frequently but dont know whether these medicines especially Keppra is harmful or not... Thanks
Dear you don't have to worry about your disease. Ultimate studies show that epilepsy isn't genetic. As about side effects almost all medications have but Kendra as new generate of anticonvuslivants has minor side effect, almost none. You have to consult your neurologist if you experienced new symptoms which can be related with antiepileptic medication use. Wish you all the best