Medicine leaflets A to Z
Easy-to-read leaflets from Medicines for Children about each epilepsy medicine.
Rescue medicines
Medicines used to stop a seizure that goes on for too long. Always follow your child’s emergency care plan, which says which medicine to use and when.
Midazolam
Given into the mouth, between the cheek and gum (buccal).
Diazepam
Given into the bottom (rectally).
Paraldehyde
Given into the bottom (rectally).
Everyday epilepsy medicines
Medicines taken every day to help prevent seizures. Find your child’s medicine by name.
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