Monitoring epilepsy
Epilepsy reviews
You should be offered regular reviews of your epilepsy. If you are still having seizures, a review should be at least every six months with your specialist but, if your seizures become well controlled, you might have annual reviews with your GP. Find out more about epilepsy reviews
ASM and osteoporosis
Some ASMs affect bone density in some people. If you have osteoporosis or a family history of osteoporosis, you may be offered a bone density test, and to have your calcium and vitamin D levels checked. Find out more about osteoporosis and epilepsy
If medication doesn't work
Most people’s seizures are controlled with medication. That is why medication is usually the type of treatment that is tried first. But if medication doesn’t stop all your seizures, or only stops some of them, there are other types of treatment that might be considered
Coming off anti-seizure medication
If someone has not had a seizure for two or more years then they may think about withdrawing (coming off) their ASM.
Who can I talk to?
You might want to talk to your specialist,
ESN, GP, or pharmacist about your epilepsy
and your medication. Or you can call our
confidential helpline.
Want to know more?
Download our Monitoring epilepsy factsheet