Epidural hematoma medical therapy

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Medical therapy

• Anticonvulsant medications (such as phenytoin) may be used to control or prevent seizures.

• Some medications called "hyperosmotic agents" (like mannitol, glycerol, and hypertonic saline) may be used to reduce brain swelling.

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