Nerve cells (neurons) in the brain create, send and receive electrical impulses, which allow the brain's nerve cells to communicate. Anything that disrupts these communication pathways can lead to a seizure. The most common cause of seizures is epilepsy. But not every person who has a seizure has epilepsy. Sometimes seizures happen because of:
Omeprazole is in a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors that decrease stomach acid. Known as Prilosec in its over-the-counter form, omeprazole is prescribed for acid reflux disease, heartburn and stomach ulcers. It can also be prescribed to protect against side effects of other other medications that cause ulcers, such as anti-inflammatory drugs.
Doctors prescribe Bayerâs billion-dollar blood thinner Xarelto (rivaroxaban) to prevent blood clots and protect people from strokes. It is popular because it requires no blood testing and comes in a convenient once-a-day pill. But the drug may also cause irreversible internal bleeding that can lead to hospitalization and death. Unlike warfarin, a blood thinner that has been around for decades, Xarelto has no bleeding antidote.