Seizure wont stop

●Critical

Call 112

⚠️ Check: Is the area safe for you to approach?

Exhaustion
Low oxygen
Injury from prolonged convulsions
Aspiration

Quick summary

Call 112 now. Seizure over 5 minutes. Protect head. CPR if not breathing.

Do This Now

Step 1: Call 112 immediately — say seizure will not stop
Step 2: Keep the person on their side if possible
Step 3: Protect their head and clear the area
Step 4: Check breathing — start CPR if not breathing after seizure

Do Not

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT wait to see if it stops on its own after 5 minutes — call 112 now.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT put anything in their mouth.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT give oral medications unless specifically trained and directed by emergency services.

How to Call for Help

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112. Say: "Prolonged seizure — not stopping. Need ambulance with emergency medication."
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Tell them if the person is known epileptic and what medications they take.

When Professional Care Is Needed

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — This is always a life-threatening emergency requiring hospital treatment.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — You cannot stop a prolonged seizure with home remedies. Emergency medication is needed — call 112 immediately.

Call 112

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