primidone

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Noun primidone has 1 sense

primidone, Mysoline - an anticonvulsant (trade name Mysoline) used to treat grand mal seizures and essential tremor
--₁ is a kind of anticonvulsant, anticonvulsant drug, antiepileptic, antiepileptic drug

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Primidone

Primidone is a medication primarily used in the treatment of epilepsy and essential tremor. It works by suppressing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Primidone can also be used to manage other conditions as determined by a healthcare provider.

As a Noun

Sense 1: A synthetic compound, widely used as an anticonvulsant, to control the symptoms of epilepsy and essential tremor.

Sample Sentence: The doctor prescribed primidone to help control her seizures.

As a Verb

Sense 1: To administer or take the medication primidone.

Sample Sentence: He needs to remember to primidone before going to bed.