My friend has a history of epilepsy and she was on valproic acid while receiving treatment with Xorpenem, still she had an episode of seizure. Why?
Before starting treatment with Xorpenem it is important to inform your doctor about any previous history with other medications This is because certain medicines such as Xorpenem can potentially interfere with valproic acid a medication commonly used to treat epilepsy When these medications interact it can diminish the effectiveness of valproic acid leading to an increased likelihood of experiencing seizures Therefore it is possible that the recent episode of seizure may be attributed to this drug interaction In such cases doctors often opt to prescribe an alternative medication that does not have the same potential for interaction By providing your doctor with a thorough medical history including information about previous medications you can help ensure that the best treatment plan is developed for your specific needs and to minimize the risk of adverse reactions or lack of efficacy