Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
Trimethadione is used to control absence (petit mal) seizures in patients with epilepsy who have used other medicines that did not work well. This medicine is an anticonvulsant that works in the brain tissue to stop seizures.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2023
Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission.
Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic Press.
A generous benefactor has pledged $1 million and challenged us to raise an additional $250,000. Help us reach our goal!