Trileptal

Oxcarbazepine belongs to a class of drugs called antiepileptics.

Take exactly as directed. This medicine is to be swallowed whole with a glass of water and maybe taken with or without food.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Rash
Nausea
Tremors
Seizures
Diarrhea
Headache
Palpitations
Vision Problems
Sleeping Difficulties
Abnormal walking/co-ordination
Unexplained tiredness/bruising/bleeding

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

Birth control pills/injections/patches/implants
Female Hormones
Carbamazepine
Phenobarbital
Valproic acid
Fosphenytoin
Lamotrigine
Felodipine
Phenytoin
Primidone
Sevelamer
Verapamil
Alcohol

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

Alcohol abuse problem
Kidney Disease(s)

Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.

This medicine is used to treat partial seizures in persons suffering from Epilepsy.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F, away from heat and moisture.

Consult a paediatrician for the use of this medicine in children.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Wear a Medic Alert bracelet/necklace, stating your condition, name of medication & health care professional
& contact number for the same.