What considerations should be made when prescribing Atorvastatin to patients with epilepsy, particularly regarding drug interactions or side effects?
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What considerations should be made when prescribing Atorvastatin to patients with epilepsy, particularly regarding drug interactions or side effects?
When prescribing atorvastatin to epilepsy patients, monitor for increased seizure activity as statins can lower seizure threshold. Check interactions with antiepileptic drugs, as some may alter statin metabolism.