Intermittent Clonazepam For The Prevence Of Recurrent Febrile Seizures


Abstract in English

Objective: Febrile seizures are the most common seizures in children less than 5 years(2-5%),and the risk of its recurrence is 50%(>1year),30%(<1year).We focused on the effect and safety of the prophylaxis treatment of recurrent FS beacuase it is a terrifying case for the parents. Materials&Methods:This is a trial study on 40 patient with FS.Clonazepam was recommended 0.05mg/kg/d then anti e when fever exceed 38°.We did follow up every 3 month during one year. Results:we followed 35 patient, familial history of FS found in 57.1%,a history of epilepsy in 28.57%.clonazepam side effects were supportable the most common was lawson 14.28%,the efficacy of the treatment we didn’t noticed any episode of FS during the study 97.1%. Conclusion: Clonazepam is a safe and effective and easy treatement for the parents for the prophylaxis of FS recurrence.

References used

CHARBOL,B;DULAC,O;MANCINI,J;PONSOT,G. Neurologie Pediatrique.3° edition,editions Lavoisier,france,2010,293-296
LYON,G;EVARD.P.Neuropediatrie.2° edition.Masson,France,2000
Engel J Jr .Report of the ILAE classification core group.Epilepsia 2006;47:1558- 68

Download