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Epilepsy in the elderly.

Ilo E Leppik1

  • 1University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455, USA. Leppi001@umn.edu

Epilepsia
|October 19, 2006
PubMed
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Epilepsy treatment in the elderly requires tailored approaches due to age-related health changes. Careful selection and monitoring of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) are crucial for safe and effective management in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Neurology
  • Clinical Pharmacology

Background:

  • The elderly population is growing, with a higher incidence of epilepsy in this demographic.
  • Current antiepileptic drug (AED) use in the elderly is significant, particularly in nursing homes.
  • Existing data on AED clinical use in the elderly is limited, hindering optimal treatment recommendations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the need for individualized antiepileptic drug (AED) therapy in the elderly.
  • To emphasize the challenges and considerations for prescribing AEDs in diverse elderly subgroups.
  • To underscore the importance of dose adjustment and monitoring of AEDs in older adults.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on epilepsy and antiepileptic drug (AED) use in the elderly.

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  • Analysis of AED prevalence and common drug classes used in community and nursing home settings.
  • Discussion of factors influencing AED selection, including comorbidities, frailty, and drug interactions.

    • Main Results:

    • Antiepileptic drug (AED) use is higher in nursing home residents (10%) compared to community-dwelling elderly (1.5%).
    • Phenytoin is the most commonly used AED, but may not be the safest choice for frail elderly or those with multiple medical problems.
    • Adverse reactions to AEDs are a significant concern, ranking fifth among all drug categories.

    Conclusions:

    • Tailored therapeutic strategies are essential for managing epilepsy in the elderly, considering nine distinct patient categories.
    • Dosing must be adjusted based on drug clearance, and monitoring of AED levels, especially free levels, is critical.
    • The choice of AED should consider potential drug interactions, cost, and individual patient factors like frailty and comorbidities.