Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for MYSOLINE 250MG TAB and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Prescription Statistics
- 12 Available Alternatives for MYSOLINE 250MG TAB
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Overview
MYSOLINE 250MG TAB is a Schedule G drug.MYSOLINE 250MG TAB is composed of: PRIMIDONE (250 MG)
Primidone is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant.Primidone is used to control seizures.Primidone controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Usage
PRIMIDONE is generally used to treat: Seizure, Grand Mal Seizure, Focal Seizures, EpilepsyPRIMIDONE can address symptoms like: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Precautions for MYSOLINE 250MG TAB and its Constituents
- You should not use this medication if you are allergic to primidone or phenobarbital or if you have porphyria.
- To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood may need to be tested on a regular basis.
- Do not miss any scheduled appointments.You may have thoughts about suicide while taking this medication.
- Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you.
- Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
- Primidone is usually taken 2 to 4 times daily. If you are switching to primidone from another seizure medication, you may need to start taking primidone only at bedtime.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Symptoms of Overdosage
PRIMIDONE over-dosage can result in: Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Dizziness, Difficult To Wake From SleepCommon Side-Effects
PRIMIDONE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Impotence, Diarrhoea, Depression, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Spinning Sensation, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Eyes Blurred Vision, Restless Or Irritability, Loss Of Coordination, Weakness (generalized)Serious Side-Effects
PRIMIDONE : Slurred Speech, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Pale Skin, Rapid BreathingRare Side-Effects
PRIMIDONE : Chills, Fever, Throat Soreness, Irregular Heartbeat, Lower Back Pain, Pale Skin, Pain With Urination, Shortness Of BreathDisease Interactions
PRIMIDONE can interfere with: Alcoholism, Porphyria, Dermatitis, Respiratory Failure, Depression, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Psychosis, Adrenal Insufficiency, Panhypopituitarism, Vitamin D DeficiencyTechnical Classification
PRIMIDONE is categorized as: BARBITURATE ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSPrescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
2 Times Daily | 22% |
Evening | 19% |
2 Times Daily (1-0-1) | 16% |
Before Sleeping | 15% |
Morning | 11% |
Once Daily | 6% |
Others | 3% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
1/2tab | 39% |
1/4th tab | 14% |
1tab | 12% |
1/4tab | 12% |
1/4 tab | 4% |
3/4th tab | 4% |
1/8th tab | 4% |
1/2 TAB | 2% |
How long was it prescribed?
90 Days | 26% |
7 Days | 17% |
60 Days | 11% |
10 Days | 11% |
15 Days | 10% |
28 Days | 9% |
30 Days | 4% |
5 Days | 4% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
12 to 18yrs | 3% |
18 to 35yrs | 1% |
35 to 50yrs | 17% |
50 to 60yrs | 11% |
60 to 70yrs | 46% |
70yrs and above | 22% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
Females | 19% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
Neurologist | 94% |
Gastroenterologist | 2% |
Orthopaedist | 2% |
Physician | 1% |
Endocrinologist | 1% |
Pulmonologist | 1% |
Available Alternatives for MYSOLINE 250MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
MYSOLINE 250MG TAB | INR 56.87 for 10 TABLETS | PRIMIDONE 250 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
PRIMIDONE | PRIMIDONE | |
PROLET TAB | INR 49 for 10 TABLETS | PRIMIDONE 25 MG |