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Express Scripts Study Finds No Association between Anti-Epileptic Drug Switches and Increased Seizure Activity
Published: January 28, 2010
By: Devine ST, Weisbart E, Barron J, Behm A. Curr Med Res Opin. 2010 Feb;26(2):455-63.
ST. LOUIS – Researchers from Express Scripts recently conducted the most comprehensive study to date regarding the association of seizure risk among epilepsy patients after switching between A-rated drug formulations. This study used the largest study sample and longest follow-up period.
The study findings suggested that no association exists between substituting generics for brand drugs and the increase in emergency room visits and hospitalizations for epilepsy. To learn more, read the press release or find this fascinating study in Current Research and Medical Opinion.
