Mednet Logo
CommunityNeurology

How do you taper phenobarbital in a patient with epilepsy?

1 Answer
Mednet Member
Mednet Member
Neurology · Penn Medicine Princeton Health
Answered on

Since the risk of withdrawal seizures is high, it's best to administer clobazam. The dose depends on the dose of phenobarbital. After a week, clobazam can be discontinued gradually, tapering off without the risk of withdrawal.

Join for free or sign in to see the full answer