Management of status epilepticus – Medicine MCQ

All are drugs used in the management of status epilepticus except?

A. Diazepam
B. Carbamazepine
C. Thiopentone sodium
D. Phenytoin

Correct answer : B. Carbamazepine

  • Drugs used for management of status epilepticus in adults are :
    • Clonazepam
    • Diazepam
    • Lorazepam
    • Phenobarbitone
    • Phenytoin
    • Thiopentone sodium
    • Propofol
    • Midazolam
  • The last three are used for refractory cases of status epilepticus