This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology
Drug of choice for absence seizure is ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Clonezapam, B. Diazepam, C. Phenytoin, D. Valproate
D: Valproate
Answer: D: Valproate 
Explanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Valproate o DOC for generalized tonic clonic seizure (Grand mal), absence seizure (petit mal), Atonic seizure, mvoclonic epilepsy valproate. o DOCfOr paial seizure --) carbamazepine / oxcarbazepine DOC for status epilepticus -4 IV lorazepam o DOC forfebrile seizures Rectal Diazepam o DOC for seizure of eclampsia Magnesium sulfate. o DOC for infantile spasm --) Vigabatrin. o DOC.for myoclonic epilepsy -* Valproic acid.