Generic Medicines
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GENERIC NAME: OXCARBAZEPINE - ORAL
(ox-kar-BAY-zih-peen)
USES
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy). It may
be used with other seizure medications as determined by your doctor.
HOW TO USE
Take this medication by mouth, usually twice daily. This drug may be
taken with or without food. The dosage is based on your medical condition
and response to therapy. It is important to take all doses on time to keep
the level of medication in your blood constant. Take doses at evenly
spaced intervals. Do not skip doses. Do not suddenly stop taking this drug
without your doctor's approval since seizures may reoccur. Notify your
doctor if seizure control worsens.
SIDE EFFECTS
Dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, rash, headache,
trouble sleeping, acne, dry mouth, or constipation may occur. If any of
these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist
promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of these serious
side effects: double vision, change in vision, involuntary eye movements,
difficulty speaking, loss of coordination, trouble walking (abnormal
gait), uncontrolled muscle movements (tremor), dulled sense of touch,
stomach pain. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of these
unlikely but serious side effects: chest pain, mental/mood changes, bloody
stool. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek
immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic
reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble
breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
Before taking oxcarbazepine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are
allergic to it; or to carbamazepine; or if you have any other allergies.
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: kidney disease,
decreased sodium blood levels (hyponatremia), recent seizures. This drug
may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring
alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.
Oxcarbazepine is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to potential
fetal harm. Consult your doctor for more details. This medication passes
into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using
this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all
prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially:
calcium channel blockers (e.g., verapamil, felodipine), other seizure
control medication (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital,
valproic acid). This medication may decrease the effectiveness of
combination-type birth control pills. You may need to use an additional
form of reliable birth control while using this medication. Consult your
doctor or pharmacist. Tell your doctor if you take any drugs that make you
drowsy, such as: medicine for sleep, sedatives, tranquilizers,
anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g.,
hydrocodone, codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as
chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), muscle relaxants,
antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine). Check the
labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they
may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness. Ask your pharmacist about
the safe use of those products. Do not start or stop any medicine without
doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison
hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local
poison control center directly.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the
time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing
schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE
Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tight
container away from light and moisture. Brief storage between 59-86
degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom.
Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Note : This product information is intended only for residents of the India. Taj Pharmaceuticals Limited, medicines help to treat and prevent a range of conditions—from the most common to the most challenging—for people around the world.