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4.8.2 Drugs used in status epilepticus

Recommended drugs

See Dudley Epilepsy Formulary for first line treatment, adjuvant treatment, routes of administration and a statement on brand vs generic prescribing (See BNF for doses)

Clonazepam
Diazepam
Lorazepam
Midazolam
Paraldehyde
Propofol (not in children)
Thiopental sodium

Phenobarbital (hospital only)
Phenytoin (hospital only)

Drug Traffic Light Key:

Green – On Formulary

Amber – Restricted use, see local guidelines      

Purple – Specialist use/initiation

Red – Non Formulary

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