Which medication is used to control seizures or prevent migraine headaches?
a. Topiramate (Topamax)
b. Zonisamide (Zonegran)
c. Valproic acid (Depakene)
d. Tiagabine (Gabitril)
ANS: A
Topiramate has been approved for adults in the prevention (but not treatment) of migraine headaches. Zonisamide, valproic acid, and tiagabine do not affect migraine headaches.
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