Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Storage Conditions
- 13 Available Alternatives
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Overview
CARBAMAZEPINE is a Schedule H drug.Carbamazepine is used in the treatment of seizures, trigeminal neuralgia and mania.Carbamazepine is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain.Carbamazepine is used to treat seizures and nerve pain such as trigeminal neuralgia and diabetic neuropathy.Carbamazepine is also used to treat bipolar disorder.
Usage
CARBAMAZEPINE is generally used to treat: Seizure, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Diabetic Neuropathies, Bipolar Disorder, EpilepsyCARBAMAZEPINE can address symptoms like: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
CARBAMAZEPINE is generally taken With Food.Route of Administration: Oral
Precautions
- Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, psychosis, heart, kidney, thyroid or liver diseases, mood or mental problems, suicidal thoughts, seizures, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding.
- It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
- Avoid alcohol consumption.
- Patients may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts, watch them carefully.
- Avoid changing the medication form (tablet to suspension) without healthcare provider’s advice.
- It may decrease the effect of hormonal birth control pills; use other methods to prevent pregnancy.
- You should not take carbamazepine if you have a history of bone marrow suppression, or if you are allergic to it or to an antidepressant such as amitriptyline, desipramine, doxepin, imipramine, or nortriptyline.
- Do not stop taking this medicine without asking your doctor first, even if you feel fine.
- Take carbamazepine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose.Take with food.
- Swallow the extended-release tablet or capsule whole and do not crush, chew, or break it. Tell your doctor if you cannot swallow a pill whole.
Symptoms of Overdosage
CARBAMAZEPINE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Rapid Breathing, Difficulty Breathing, Loss Of Coordination, DrowsinessCommon Side-Effects
CARBAMAZEPINE : Diarrhoea, Seizure, Confusion, Agitation, Drooling, Fearful, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Loss Of Appetite, Loss Of Balance, Nausea, Mood Swings, Difficulty Sleeping, Difficulty Concentrating, Fatigue (tiredness), VomitSerious Side-Effects
CARBAMAZEPINE : Acute Liver Failure, Irregular Heartbeat, Stomach Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Irregular Heartbeat, Ankles Joint Pain, Mouth Soreness, Fainting, Feet Swelling, Ankles SwellingRare Side-Effects
CARBAMAZEPINE : Hives, Muscle Cramp, Nosebleeds, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Depression, Frigidity, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Chest Pain, Cough, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Slurred Speech, Frequent Urination, Lower Back Pain, Depressed Mood, Legs Pain, Legs Swelling, Pain With Urination, Weight Gain, Face Swelling, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Body Discoloration, Eyes Discoloration, Difficulty Breathing, Fatigue (tiredness), HallucinationsDisease Interactions
CARBAMAZEPINE can interfere with: Depression, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Porphyria, Hyponatremia, Fructose Intolerance, Psychosis, SeizureTechnical Classification
CARBAMAZEPINE is categorized as: DIBENZAZEPINE ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with CARBAMAZEPINE as Ingredient
| ACETOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ACETOL CR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ACETOL CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| ANTILEP 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| ANTILEP 200MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ANTILEP 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ANTILEP 300MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| ANTILEP 400MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| CARBACONTIN 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBACONTIN 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| CARBACONTIN 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| CARBAFEN 200MG TAB DT | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBAFORD 200MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBAMAZEPINE 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| CARBAMAZEPINE 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBAPA 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBATOL 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100 MG |
| CARBATOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBATOL CR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBATOL CR 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| CARBATOL CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| CARBAZEP 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| CARBAZEP 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBAZEP CR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBAZEP CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| CARBESTA 200MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBESTA 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBESTA CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| CARBIN 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBIN SR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARBIN SR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| CARCET 5MG/150MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 150.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG |
| CARMAZ 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARMAZ KID 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| CARMEG 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CARZ CR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| CIZETOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| EPILENT 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| EPILENT 400MG TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| EPNIL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| EZAPIN 25MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 25.0 MG |
| EZAPIN 50MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 50.0 MG |
| FOBIGONE 400MG TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| MAJEROL TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| MAZE 400MG TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| MAZEPINE 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| MAZETOL 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100 MG |
| MAZETOL 200MG SR-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200 MG |
| MAZETOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200 MG |
| MAZETOL 300MG SR-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300 MG |
| MAZETOL 400MG SR-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400 MG |
| MAZETOL 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400 MG |
| MEZAPIN 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| MEZAPIN XR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| MEZAPIN XR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| MEZARIL 200MG TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| MEZARIL 400MG TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| MEZARIL KID 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| MEZOCAR LA 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| MEZOCAR LA 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| MEZOCAR LA 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| NORMAPINE 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| SEIZOTOL 200MG CAP | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| SEIZURONE 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| SEIZURONE OX 150MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 150.0 MG |
| SEIZURONE OX 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| SHITOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| STEROP 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| T MAZ CR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| T MAZ CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| TAZETOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| TEGRIL CR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| TEGRIL CR 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| TEGRIL CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| TEGRITAL 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100 MG |
| TEGRITAL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200 MG |
| TEGRITAL 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400 MG |
| TEGRITAL CHW-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100 MG |
| TEGRITAL SYP | CARBAMAZEPINE 100 MG |
| TEGRITAL SYPUP | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| TEGRITAL-CR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200 MG |
| TEGRITAL-CR 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300 MG |
| TEGRITAL-CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400 MG |
| VERSITOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| VERSITOL 300MG TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| VERSITOL RETARD 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| VERSITOL RETARD 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| VERSITOL RETARD 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| VERSITOL RTD 300MG SR-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300 MG |
| VERSIZUR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ZEN 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| ZEN 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ZEN 300MG TAB SR | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| ZEN RETARD 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| ZEN RETARD 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200 MG |
| ZEN RETARD 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300 MG |
| ZEN RETARD 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400 MG |
| ZEPCAR 100MG DT TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100 MG |
| ZEPCAR CR 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| ZEPCAR CR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| ZEPIN 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ZEPIN SR 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ZEPIN SR 300MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |
| ZEPIN SR 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| ZEPTOL 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100 MG |
| ZEPTOL 200MG CR-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200 MG |
| ZEPTOL 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200 MG |
| ZEPTOL 300MG CR-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 300 MG |
| ZEPTOL 400MG CR-TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400 MG |
| ZEPTOL 400MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 400 MG |
| ZIGMA 100MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 100.0 MG |
| ZIGMA 200MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ZIGMA 200MG TAB | CARBAMAZEPINE 200.0 MG |
| ZIGMA 400MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 400.0 MG |
| ZIGMA CR 300MG TAB CR | CARBAMAZEPINE 300.0 MG |