Select the drug used to treat partial seizures for patients who do not respond to other drugs and whose epilepsy is so severe that the benefits of therapy outweigh the risks of developing serious adverse effects.

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Felbamate (Felbatol) has been associated with the development of aplastic anemia and liver failure. Consequently, the drug is reserved for patients who do not respond to other drugs and whose epilepsy is so severe that the benefits of therapy outweigh the risks of developing these serious adverse effects.

Select the Drug Used to Treat Partial Seizures for Patients