Current and emerging pharmacotherapy for the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
Frank M C BesagMichael J VaseyRichard F M ChinPublished in: Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy (2023)
Evidence from RDBCTs supports the use of cannabidiol, clobazam, felbamate, fenfluramine, lamotrigine, rufinamide, and topiramate as adjunct treatments for drop seizures. Percentage decreases in drop seizure frequency ranged from 68.3% with high-dose clobazam to 14.8% with topiramate. Valproate continues to be considered the first-line treatment, despite the absence of RDBCTs specifically in LGS. Most individuals with LGS will require treatment with multiple ASMs. Treatment decisions should be individualised and take into account adverse effects, comorbidities, general quality of life, and drug interactions, as well as individual efficacy.
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