Epilepsy information for GPs
Information designed to help GPs to deliver healthcare to people with epilepsy.
NICE guidelines on epilepsy
Access the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence NG137 Epilepsies in children, young people, and adults
Best clinical practice for diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy QS211
Quality standard (QS211) defines clinical best practice within the diagnosis and management of the epilepsies in adults aged 18 years and over.
Epilepsy reviews
NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) recommend that everyone can ask for a review of their epilepsy. Children, and some adults with other health issues, should be offered a review at least yearly. For more information download our Primary care review template.
Therapeutic drug monitoring
Find information about the uses and benefits of our therapeutic drug monitoring service for anti-seizure medication.
Epilepsy medication updates
Read the latest news and updates on anti-seizure medication, including new drugs, name changes, problems with supply of medication and any changes to guidance on taking epilepsy drugs.
Information updated: January 2024
Epilepsy for pharmacists
Our guide for pharmacists working in registered pharmacy premises in the UK, includes information about treatment, seizure types and points to cover with patients taking anti-seizure medication. Co-produced with Medway School of Pharmacy.
Epilepsy Teaching Weekend from 14−15 May 2022
Download the lecture notes from the lecture 'From bench to bedside - A practical guide to epilepsy' from the Epilepsy Teaching Weekend from 14−15 May 2022