Loss of consciousness can happen as well as tongue or cheek biting. Treating Epilepsy during a seizure there needs to be nothing in the way of the person seizing. Clearing furniture, and any objects that are movable is a good idea. A person also needs to watch the Epileptic and make sure they do not choke on vomit. Turning the person on their side, after the episode is over is a good way to keep them from choking.
Medication is given to control the brain waves in order to prevent seizures from happening.
It is a long process however to get the right dosages of medication, whether being too much or not enough. Informationon epilepsy, a strange disorder that causes seizures. Here is more information pertaining to causes, and treatment. Inc. PageWise makes no representations about the content published on this site. PageWise hereby disclaims all warranties and conditions with regard to this information, and user agrees that all such use is at its own risk.