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Definition

Primidone belongs to the class of medications known as anticonvulsants. It is indicated for the control of seizures in the treatment of epilepsy and other seizure disorders. Primidome may be prescribed alone or as part of a combination of medications for preventing seizures.

Purpose

Primidone is thought to decrease abnormal activity within the brain that may trigger seizures. While primidone controls some types of seizures associated with epilepsy (grand mal, psychomotor, and focal seizures) there is no known cure for the disorder. Additionally, primidone has shown promise in alleviating some forms of essential