First drug to be used in absence seizures is:
High-Yield Explanation
Valproic acid is the drug of choice for absence seizures. It is an alternative I adjuvant drug for GTCS, SPS and CPS. Myoclonic and atonic seizures-control is often incomplete, but valproate is the drug of choice. Mania and bipolar illness: as alternative to lithium Ref: KD TRIPATI 8TH ED. page 417