Epilepsy Resources

What information should I put on a medical id bracelet?

Everyone with an allergy or a critical medical condition should own a medical ID bracelet. Most medical ID bracelets are made of stainless steel and are custom-engraved. Each bracelet should ideally hold anywhere between 4 to 6 lines of accurate medical information (for a number of conditions, allergies and diseases) and should be laser engraved so that the information is clear and easily read by emergency personnel. ICE ID sell a range of id bracelets for epilepsy sufferers.

Get them for yourself or for your loved ones and family. With this valuable information already listed down, your emergency worker will already know what he’s dealing with and will be ahead of the game in the case of an emergency. Keep in mind that your medical ID bracelet will speak on your behalf when you are unable to do so.

Children in particular should always have accurate medical information present on them at all times, especially if he or she is suffering from a serious allergy or condition. Information should be updated, and the price of getting a new medical bracelet is a small one when considering the alternative.

What information should you include on your medical id alert bracelet for Epilepsy?

•    Indicate that that you suffer from Epilepsy. Use terms such as “Epileptic”, “Epilepsy” or “Seizure Disorder”
•   Anti-Seizure medications often have serious drug interactions. Be sure to list any medication that has the potential for dangerous drug interactions. Not sure? Ask your doctor or healthcare provider.
•   Any other medical conditions you may have.