Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of status epilepticus
Question : Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of status epilepticus?
A. Phenytoin sodium
B. Lorazepam
C. Carbamazepine
D. Valproic acid
Answer: B
Explanation: Status epilepticus requires rapid termination of seizures. Benzodiazepines (such as lorazepam) are the first-line medications due to their fast onset of action. Phenytoin sodium, carbamazepine, and valproic acid are commonly used for long-term maintenance treatment of epilepsy but are not the first choice for acute status epilepticus. Hence, the correct answer is B.
