Ethosuximide is an antiepileptic medication that contains the active substance ethosuximide. It is used in the treatment of absence seizures, a type of epilepsy characterised by brief periods of unconsciousness and blank staring.
Ethosuximide works by acting on the brain to help control the abnormal electrical activity that causes these seizures. It is taken orally, either in capsule or syrup form, and dosage is determined by the physician based on the patient’s age and severity of the condition.
It is important to follow medical guidance regarding the correct dosage, frequency of administration, and duration of treatment.