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What is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain?
How are seizures caused?
Which tool is used to measure uncontrolled neuronal activity in the brain?
What can cause inflammation in the brain that may lead to seizures?
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What effect does GABA have on the brain?
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How do antiseizure drugs work?
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Which action do antiseizure drugs aim to control?
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How do drugs that potentiate GABA action affect neuronal firing?
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Which drug category includes compounds derived from barbituric acid and intensify the effect of GABA?
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What is the main role of benzodiazepines in seizure therapy?
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How do succinamides affect calcium channels?
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What is the primary function of amino acid compounds in the context of seizures?
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