Acute Symptomatic Seizure

About Acute Symptomatic Seizure

Acute Symptomatic Seizure is a concise clinical reference for doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals managing seizures and status epilepticus at the bedside.

Built by a neurology doctor for the on-call team, it puts time-critical protocols, drug doses, and driving advice one tap away — and works fully offline.

WHAT'S INSIDE
- Status epilepticus protocol with a built-in SE timer for the treatment timeline
- First seizure assessment and red-flag triage
- Treatment ladder: benzodiazepines, second-line and refractory options
- Weight-based AED dose calculator
- Causes of acute symptomatic seizures
- Post-ictal care and investigations
- Special situations (pregnancy/eclampsia, alcohol, metabolic and more)
- Risk checklist for seizure recurrence
- DVLA fitness-to-drive calculator for UK licence groups

EVERY RECOMMENDATION IS CITED
Content is referenced to NICE CG137 and NG217, ESICM, ILAE classifications, the BNF, DVLA guidance, and key trials (ESETT, MESS, Magpie and others) — each with a tappable source link.

FREE & PREMIUM
Home, the dose calculator, the SE timer, and the full reference list are free. A one-time in-app purchase unlocks all clinical reference sections — no subscription, no ads, no account required.

IMPORTANT
This app is an educational and training reference for qualified healthcare professionals. It is not a medical device and must not be used as the sole basis for any clinical decision. Always follow your local protocols and apply independent clinical judgement.

This app is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by NICE, ESICM, ILAE, the DVLA, the BNF, the NHS, or any other organisation referenced within it. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Developed by Dr Atif Elnil (MBBS, MRCP), Neurology, St George's University Hospital, London.
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