Generic Name - Carbamazepine
Category - Antihconvulsant medication.
Indications
Epilepsy.
Generic Carbamazepine is indicated to treat certain types of epilepsy. Carbamazepine (Generic Carbamazepine) helps with seizure (convulsion) control in epilepsy. Generic Carbamazepine affects sodium shifts in the brain and ultimately stabilizes the brain. Generic Carbamazepine is an extended release form of the drug, meaning that its active ingredient is released slowly in the body, avoiding the need for frequent dosing.
Generic for Carbamazepine Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Carbamazepine is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or tricyclic compounds, such as amitriptyline, desipramine, imipramine, protriptyline, nortriptylin or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Carbamazepine should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Glaucoma
heart disease
irregular heartbeat
kidney disease
liver disease
low sodium level in the blood
psychotic disorders
seizure (convulsions)
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Carbamazepine. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Cancer treating medications
female hormones, including estrogens and birth control pills
herbal medicines like St. John's Wort
Influenza, virus vaccine
levothyroxine and other thyroid hormones
lithium
medicines for angina or high blood pressure
medicines for rhuematoid or other inflmmatory arthritis conditions
medicines for anxiety or depression
medicines for sleep
medicines to treat fungal infections
medicines used to treat HIV infection or AIDS
metronidazole
rifampin
riluzole.
Generic for Carbamazepine Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericCarbamazepine
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Carbamazepine for seizures is, 200 milligrams (1 tablet or 2 chewable or extended-release tablets) taken twice daily or 1 teaspoon 4 times a day. Dosage should generally not exceed 1,000 milligrams daily in children 12 to 15 years old and 1,200 milligrams daily for adults and children over 15. The usual daily maintenance dosage range is 800 to 1,200 milligrams.
Generic for Carbamazepine Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Carbamazepine side Effects include Confusion, ,lightheadedness,mood changes, nervousness, or hostility,unusual tiredness or weakness,blurred or double vision, uncontrollable eye movements,chest pain or tightness
dark yellow or brown urine,difficulty breathing or shortness of breath,fainting spells,fast or irregular heartbeat (palpitations),fever or chills, sore throat,increased thirst,mouth ulcers
pain or difficulty passing urine,,redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth,ringing in the ears,seizures (convulsions),shortness of breath, wheezing,skin rash, hives, itching,sore throat,stomach pain,swollen joints or muscle/joint aches and pains,unusual bleeding or bruising,unusual swelling,vomiting
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Carbamazepine.
Generic for Carbamazepine and Pregnancy
Use of Generic Carbamazepine by women during pregnancy may cause problems to the fetus. Consult your doctor and seek medical opinion.
Generic for Carbamazepine and Breastfeeding
Generic Carbamazepine passes into the breast milk, and in some cases the baby may receive enough of it to cause unwanted effects. Hence, it is recommended to talk to your doctor and take medical advice.
Generic for Carbamazepine and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Carbamazepine in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Carbamazepine and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Carbamazepine in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Carbamazepine serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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