Dravet syndrome is a lifelong form of epilepsy beginning in early childhood. Children with Dravet syndrome suffer aggressive seizures, impaired cognition, and an increased risk of premature death. Dravet syndrome does not respond to conventional anti-epileptic drugs, and current treatment regimens fail to fully elevate seizures. No disease modifying treatments exist. Researchers at Vanderbilt University have discovered a novel application of a known natural product in treating Dravet syndrome. This natural product could be beneficial to children suffering from Dravet syndrome in both reducing seizures and treating the underlying disease cause.