Management of Neonatal Seizures – A Focus on Neuropharmacological Aspects

Neonatal seizures can cause significant morbidity and even mortality in neonates. The prompt identification referral evaluation, treatment and follow up are essential for improving prognosis. The different anti-epileptic drugs like Phenobarbitone, Levetiracetam have advantages and disadvantages especially neuropharmacological and also in the treatment of neonatal seizures. The aim of this review is to give an overview of the clinical utility of various drugs which are used in the management of neonatal seizures.