CARBAMAZEPINE CHEWABLE TABLET - ORAL
PHONETIC PRONUNCIATION: (KAR-ba-MAZ-e-peen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Tegretol
GENERIC NAME(S): carbamazepine
Uses
USES: Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity.
How to use CARBAMAZEPINE CHEWABLE TABLET - ORAL
HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using carbamazepine and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Chew this medication thoroughly before swallowing. Take this medication with food as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless your doctor or pharmacist says you may do so safely. Grapefruit can increase the chance of side effects with this medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions (such as seizures) may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased. Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse.
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Faq for CARBAMAZEPINE CHEWABLE TABLET - ORAL
Carbamazepine chewable tablet is used to treat seizures (epilepsy) and certain types of nerve pain.
Take carbamazepine chewable tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Usually, it is taken orally with or without food. Follow the instructions on the prescription label carefully.
Common side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, headache, dry mouth, and blurred vision. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor.
It is not recommended to take carbamazepine chewable tablet during pregnancy, as it may harm the unborn baby. Consult your doctor for safer alternatives if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Carbamazepine chewable tablet may interact with certain medications, including birth control pills, blood thinners, antidepressants, and antifungal drugs. Inform your doctor about all the medications you are currently taking to avoid any potential drug interactions.
The time it takes for carbamazepine chewable tablet to start working varies from person to person. It may take a few weeks for the full effects to be noticeable. Follow your doctor's instructions and be patient.
No, you should not stop taking carbamazepine chewable tablet abruptly without consulting your doctor. Sudden discontinuation may result in increased seizures or worsening of your condition. Your doctor will provide guidance on how to gradually reduce the dosage when stopping the medication.
Warning
WARNING: Carbamazepine may rarely cause very serious (possibly fatal) skin reactions. Some people in certain ethnic groups (such as people of Asian/South Asian descent) are at greater risk. Your doctor may order a blood test to measure your risk before you start this medication. If the blood test shows you are at greater risk, your doctor should discuss the risks and benefits of carbamazepine and other treatment choices with you. Such skin reactions have developed mostly within the first few months of treatment. Get medical help right away if you develop any of the following symptoms: skin rash/blisters/peeling, itching, or swelling. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. This drug has rarely caused very serious blood disorders (aplastic anemia, agranulocytosis). Your doctor will monitor your blood counts to minimize the chance of these side effects. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Get medical help right away if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: signs of infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go away, fever, swollen lymph nodes), unusual weakness/tiredness, shortness of breath, or easy bleeding/bruising.
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IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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