A research team led by Professor Munir Pirmohamed are carrying out s research study looking at adverse reactions to anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs). They are particularly interested in people, living in the UK, who have experienced a skin rash shortly after starting an AED and who have consequently had that drug withdrawn.
The aim of this study is to identify genetic factors that may explain why some people develop allergic reactions to AEDs. The results of this study will not be of direct benefit to you but may improve the treatment of epilepsy in the future.
If you are eligible, we will ask you to provide a blood sample (equivalent to two teaspoonfuls) or a saliva sample (equivalent to half of one teaspoonful). This will be done by a medical professional. You will also be asked for permission to access your medical records so that we can obtain information about your treatment and the side effects you experienced.
For more information and to discuss participation in this project, please contact Anita Hanson and Jane Evely, who are research nurses in Professor Pirmohamed's team. They can be contacted (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) on 0151 794 5539, by email at epilepsy.adr@liv.ac.uk or by writing to the address below:
The Wolfson Centre for Personalised Medicine
Department of Pharmacology
University of Liverpool
Block A: Waterhouse Buildings
1-5 Brownlow Street
Liverpool L69 3GL
In order to continue this important work, we need your help. Find out how you can make a regular or single donation to support research at Epilepsy Action
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