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Vitamin D has a central role in the nervous system. Epilepsy patients generally exhibit low level of vitamin D and co-morbidities that are also related to vitamin D. Most antiepileptic drugs have an effect to lower serum level of vitamin D while vitamin D supplementation has been shown to decrease seizures. We recommend routine screening of epilepsy patients on antiepileptic drugs and supplement vitamin D if needed.

Zsófia Clemens
Budapest, Hu

  

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