Formulation:
Tablet
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Manufacturer:
Novartis
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Alternate Names:Trileptal (oxcarbazepine), Trileptin (oxcarbazepine)
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What is Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) used for? |
Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) helps to reduce the frequency of partial epileptic seizures
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When should Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) not be taken?
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Do not take Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) or to similar medications |
What precautions should I follow when taking Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) ?
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Before using Trileptal (oxcarbazepine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement if you have any other medical condition like liver, kidney, lung or heart disease. |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Trileptal (oxcarbazepine)?
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Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) can lead to loss of sodium and sodium depletion in the body which can be manufested as nausea, headache, sluggishness, confusion, loss of feeling, or an increase in the frequency or severity of seizures. Alert your health care provider immediately if this happens. |
What are the side effects of Trileptal (oxcarbazepine)?
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Most severe: Abnormal feeling, abnormal thinking, acne, agitation, allergy, bronchitis, chest pain, decreased sensitivity, dry mouth, earache, ear infection, fever, fluid retention, frequent urination, head injury, hot flushes, impaired concentration, increased sweating, infection, involuntary muscle contraction, low blood pressure, movement disturbances, muscle pain or weakness, pneumonia, poor eye coordination, rectal bleeding, red or purple spots on the skin, sore throat, speech disorder
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Most common: Abdominal pain, abnormal gait, anxiety, back pain, bruising, chest infection, confusion, constipation, convulsions, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, double vision, emotional instability, falling down, fatigue, headache, involuntary eye movement, loss of appetite, long-term memory loss, muscle incoordination, nausea, nervousness, nosebleed, pain, poor coordination, rash, runny nose, sinus inflammation, sleepiness, sleeplessness, sore throat, stomach upset, sweating, taste disorder, tremor, upper respiratory infection, urinary tract infection, vertigo, viral infection, vision disorder, vomiting, weakness
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Other: Sprains and strains, stomach inflammation, swollen legs, thirst, toothache, vaginal inflammation, weight increase
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How should I take Trileptal (oxcarbazepine)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) should only be given by a health care provider who is experienced in the use of Trileptal (oxcarbazepine). If severe diarrhea, stomach pain/cramps, or bloody stools occur, contact your health care provider at once. This could be a symptom of a serious side effect requiring instant medical attention. Do not treat diarrhea without talking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Trileptal (oxcarbazepine). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medicines without talking with your health care provider.
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How should Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) be stored?
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Store Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) at controlled room temperature (between 59 to 86 degrees F) in a tight, light-resistant container. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. Protect from excessive heat and moisture. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Trileptal (oxcarbazepine), please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. Trileptal (oxcarbazepine) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Trileptal (oxcarbazepine). If you have any questions about Trileptal (oxcarbazepine), ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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