anticonvulsant

noun

Meaning

A pharmaceutical agent used to prevent or reduce the severity of epileptic seizures and other convulsive disorders.

Examples

Many patients require a strictly monitored regimen of an anticonvulsant to remain seizure-free.
Researchers are developing a new anticonvulsant that targets specific nerve pathways in the brain.

Synonyms: anti-epileptic, seizure medication, anticonvulsive, antiepileptic drug

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anticonvulsant

noun

Pronunciation: ˌænti-kənˈvʌlsənt

Definition

A pharmaceutical agent used to prevent or reduce the severity of epileptic seizures and other convulsive disorders.

Examples

Many patients require a strictly monitored regimen of an anticonvulsant to remain seizure-free.
Researchers are developing a new anticonvulsant that targets specific nerve pathways in the brain.

Synonyms of anticonvulsant

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