Which medication is a fast-acting,short-duration agent used for breakthrough seizures?
A) Lorazepam
B) Phenytoin
C) Phenobarbital
D) Midazolam

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Lorazepam is a fast-acting,short-duration agent that may be indicated for breakthrough seizures until therapeutic drug levels can be reached.Phenytoin is the recommended medication for seizure prophylaxis.Phenobarbital is a barbiturate whose action produces central nervous system depression and reduces the spread of an epileptic focus.

Which Medication Is a Fast-Acting,short-Duration Agent Used for Breakthrough Seizures