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accidentally overdose no problem

Thu, 10/31/2019 - 19:07
I been controlled for a long time. Last night I took my evening medication and went to been I woke up a little at midnight and ask my husband what day it was. He told me it was Thursday, he had not gone to bed yet. So I look and my Thursday medication was still there I I said I must fell to sleep without taking it and took it. Then he informed we that it was thursday morning. When I realize what I did it was to late. I contacted the offices, a nurse called me back which gave me the posion control number. I contacted them and gave them the medication I over dose. They asked how long I was taking it, then informed I would not have any problem. just wait tell 10 am to take my morning. Drink extra water

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Hi, Thank you for posting. We

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 2019-11-01 - 09:40
Hi, Thank you for posting. We understand this must have been very scary and confusing to experience.We are so glad to hear that you’re okay and were able to get in contact with your doctor’s and poison control. It’s important that you continue to follow-up with your healthcare team, especially if you experience any changes in side effects, seizure types/frequency, symptoms, behaviors and moods.  Managing medications can be challenging. My Seizure Diary: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/epilepsy-foundation-my-seizure-diary Is a great tool that can help you managing your medications, set reminders, tracking seizures, recording medical history, moods,behaviors, triggers, and other personal experiences, which can be shared with your healthcare team. Additionally, you may always contact our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-332-1000, contactus@efa.org, where a trained information specialist can connect you to resources,provide referrals and additional support. epilepsy.com/helpline   Or contact your local Epilepsy Foundation at: https://www.epilepsy.com/affiliates  to find support groups, events, and programs in your community. 

Would anyone who has

Submitted by Jubba on Wed, 2019-11-06 - 12:52
Would anyone who has experience with a drug called Epidiolex share it, how long have you taken it, it's effectiveness(if any) and side effects?Thank you,Joe

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