Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Practice Exam

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Which medication is not indicated for epilepsy?

  1. Keppra

  2. Risperdal

  3. Dilantin

  4. Depakote

The correct answer is: Risperdal

Risperdal, which is the name for risperidone, is an atypical antipsychotic medication primarily used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and irritability associated with autistic disorder. It is not indicated for the treatment of epilepsy, as it does not have anticonvulsant properties and is not used to manage seizures. In contrast, the other medications listed are all antiepileptic drugs that are specifically indicated for the management of epilepsy. Keppra (levetiracetam) is commonly prescribed for various types of seizures, Dilantin (phenytoin) is used for tonic-clonic and partial seizures, and Depakote (divalproex sodium) is indicated for seizures as well as bipolar disorder and migraine prophylaxis. Each of these medications acts on the central nervous system to help prevent the occurrence of seizures, highlighting their role in epilepsy management.

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