Which drug is explicitly identified as a treatment for seizures?

• A. Acetaminophen
• B. Lorazepam
• C. Insulin
• D. Ibuprofen

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is recognizing which drug is used to stop seizures, especially in an acute emergency. Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine that enhances the effect of the brain’s primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA. By boosting GABA-A receptor activity, it increases chloride ion flow into neurons, dampening electrical activity and quickly curbing seizure activity. Because of its rapid onset (when given IV) and its ability to sustain seizure control, it’s a commonly recommended first-line treatment for acute seizures and status epilepticus.

The other drugs listed don’t have anticonvulsant effects. Acetaminophen treats pain and fever but doesn’t stop seizures. Insulin manages blood glucose and isn’t used to treat seizures directly (except in cases where a seizure is caused by hypoglycemia, where glucose correction is a separate, supportive step). Ibuprofen is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever and likewise does not affect seizure activity.