Tag: Anti seizure medications

Experts in the medical field now often prefer the term 'anti-seizure medications' (ASMs) over 'anticonvulsants' to reflect that not all seizures involve convulsions. Despite this terminology shift, the underlying question remains critical for millions affected by epilepsy: How do anticonvulsants reduce the severity and frequency of seizures? They work by controlling the abnormal, rapid electrical activity that can surge through the brain during an epileptic event.

According to a European study involving people with epilepsy (PWE), those on multiple anti-seizure medications reported significantly worse sleep quality compared to those on fewer drugs. So, **can anti-seizure meds cause insomnia**? Yes, some anti-seizure medications (ASMs) are known to disrupt sleep patterns and cause wakefulness, while others may cause daytime sleepiness.