Areas of the clinical profile of gabapentin in need of further definition include its possible benefits in other seizure types, its use as monotherapy and in relation to other antiepileptic drugs, and its long-term tolerability. In the meantime, present data indicate that gabapentin is likely to fill a niche as a suitable option in a difficult therapeutic area. Felbamate appears to have a broader spectrum of antiepileptic activity than carbamazepine or phenytoin. The place of felbamate in therapy is not yet defined. Because of the disruption of skin function, this is a dangerous skin reaction to antiepileptic drugs.
Complications can include jaundice, high fever, hepititis, and severe myalgia.
Onset marked by vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and uticarial exanthema. Skin eruptions resemble a severe burn. Dr. Jobe - Antiepileptic Drugs Return to Phillip Jobe's homepage.