Interesting quote from a doctor

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Dr Robert Fisher said:
"All of our seizure medications are controlled poisons, all with significant side effects," he explained. "If we can find out more about the natural mechanisms that produce seizures, then we can hopefully counteract it with a rifle bullet rather than a shotgun that causes all kinds of side effects."

Stanford study finds new way to improve seizure treatment

The linked article discusses research showing a possible mechanism for how valproic acid (depakote/epilim) helps control seizures.
 
Dr. Robert Fisher said:
"If we can find out more about the natural mechanisms that produce seizures, then we can hopefully counteract it with a rifle bullet rather than a shotgun that causes all kinds of side effects."

Here...here.
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