Zonisamide Drug Information

People with epilepsy often experience one of two types of seizures: partial seizures and generalized seizures. Zonisamide (Zonegran^®) is a medicine approved for use with other medications to control partial seizures. Its mechanism of action is not entirely understood; the medication may work by stopping seizure activity and keeping it from spreading. Prior to beginning treatment with this drug, safety information on zonisamide should be reviewed with your healthcare provider. This includes knowing what side effects to watch out for and report, as well as medical conditions that your healthcare provider needs to know about. (Click Zonisamide for more information on this drug, including whether it is available in generic form, what to do if you miss a dose, and more.)