Describe the difference between anticonvulsant drug agents and antiepileptic drug agents.
A. An anticonvulsant is a drug, usually administered IM or IV, that terminates convulsive seizures. An antiepileptic is a drug, usually administered orally, that can be used prophylactically to reduce or prevent epileptic seizures.
B. Anticonvulsant agents and antiepileptic agents are interchangeable terms that can be used for any drug agent that is used to treat seizures, regardless of route of administration.
C. An antiepileptic is a drug, usually administered IM or IV, that terminates convulsive seizures. An anticonvulsant is a drug, usually administered orally, that can be used prophylactically to reduce or prevent epileptic seizures.
D. None of the above are correct.
Answer: A
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