What is Tegretol?
Tegretol tablet is an anti-epileptic drug used to treat epilepsy. It aids in the prevention of certain types of seizures (fits). It is also used to treat:
- Bipolar one
- Epilepsy
- Trigeminal neuralgia
What are the Uses of Tegretol Tablets?
The users of Tegretol tablets differ based on the condition they are used to treat. Here are the condition-wide uses of tab Tegretol
Tegretol for Epilepsy/Seizures and Trigeminal Neuralgia
Tegretol 100mg tablet reduces the nerve impulses that cause seizures. It alleviates symptoms like:
- Confusion
- Uncontrollable jerking movements
- Loss of awareness
- Fear or anxiety
Missed doses of Tegretol tab may result in seizures.
Tegretol for Nerve Pain in Diabetics
Tegretol 100mg tablet relieves nerve pain by reducing the nerve impulses that cause it. It does not cause physical or psychological dependence (addiction), but it should not be stopped abruptly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed by the doctor.
How to Use Tegretol Tab?
- Take this medication orally with food.
- If using chewable tablets, make sure you chew them thoroughly before swallowing.
- If taking this as a suspension, shake the bottle thoroughly before each dose.
- Use a special measuring device or spoon to measure the dose carefully.
- Avoid using a domestic spoon because you may not get the correct dose.
- Allow at least 2 hours between doses of the suspension and other liquid medications.
What are the Side Effects of Tegretol Drug?
Some of the common side effects of Tegretol tab are:
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Slurred speech
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- Itching
What Precautions Should Be Taken Before Using Tegretol Tabs?
Inactive ingredients (such as sorbitol in the suspension) in this product may cause allergic reactions or other problems. Hence, tell your doctor or pharmacist before using the Tegretol drug.
- If you are allergic to Tegretol
- Allergic to anti-seizure medications and tricyclic antidepressants.
- About your medical history, especially if you have:
- Decreased bone marrow function
- Blood disorders
- Glaucoma
- Heart disease
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Mental/mood disorders or mineral imbalances
Other General Precautions to be Taken
- Tegretol may cause dizziness or drowsiness.
- Avoid drinking alcohol. It can cause more dizziness or drowsiness when using this drug.
- Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in any activity that requires safety after taking Tegretol Tab.
- Avoid chewable tablets or suspensions. If you have diabetes or other conditions that require you to limit or avoid sugar in your diet, proceed with caution.
- Older adults might be more sensitive to the drug’s side effects.
Precausion to be Taken by Pregnant Woman
- This medication should not be used during pregnancy. It can harm an unborn child.
- However, untreated seizures are a serious condition that can harm both a pregnant woman and her unborn child.
- If you are planning for a pregnancy, discuss the benefits and risks of using this medication during pregnancy with your doctor as soon as possible.
- Prenatal care, including tests for birth defects, is recommended if you are pregnant.
- Because birth control pills, patches, implants, and injections may not work when combined with this medication.
- Consult the doctor about alternative methods of birth control when using this medicine.
- Tegretol drug might pass through breast milk. Hence, before breastfeeding, consult a doctor for clarification.
Interactions Caused by Other Medications with Tab Tegretol
- Some products that interact with this drug are azole antifungals and orlistat.
- Taking MAO inhibitors with this medication may cause a serious drug interaction.
- Other medications can cause the removal of carbamazepine from your body, which may affect how it works. Examples include macrolide antibiotics and rifamycins.
Missed Dosage of Tegretol
It is necessary to take this medication on time. If you forget a dose,
- Take it immediately when you realise it.
- Contact your doctor or pharmacist to arrange a new dosing schedule immediately.
- Do not double the dose.
What Happens if Tegretol Overdose?
Overdose of the Tegretol tab might cause serious trouble breathing. Never take more doses than what is prescribed to you by your doctor.
Storage
- Avoid direct contact with heat, air and light.
- Exposure to heat, air and light may cause some harmful effects.
- Keep it in a safe place and out of children’s reach.
Tegretol vs Gabapentin
| Tegretol | Gabapentin |
|---|---|
| This is an anti-epileptic drug that is used to treat epilepsy. | Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant and anti-epileptic medication. It has an effect on the chemicals and nerves in the body that cause seizures and some types of pain. |
| It is used primarily for the treatment of epilepsy and neuropathic pain. | Gabapentin is used in conjunction with other medications to treat partial seizures in adults and children over the age of three. |
| Tegretol 200 is also used for treating bipolar disorder. | Gabapentin is also used to treat neuropathic pain (nerve pain) in adults caused by the herpes virus or shingles (herpes zoster). |
