Why is Tegretol prescribed?

Tegretol (Carbamazepine) is an anticonvulsant drug that is prescribed to treat the symptoms of epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia and bipolar mania. Tegretol is also used to treat certain types of seizures (partial, tonic-clonic or mixed). It may also be given to treat other mental illnesses, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, drug and alcohol withdrawal, restless legs syndrome, diabetes insipidus, certain pain syndromes, and a disease in children called chorea. This medication may be combined with other drugs to be more effective.

What does it do?

Carbamazepine acts by reducing the irregular electrical brain activity in patients with seizures and reducing the spread of seizure activity and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity in the brain.

How should I take it?

Tegretol is currently available as 200mg tablets to be taken by mouth, with food. To help you remember, take it at around the same time it is instructed by your doctor. Carbamazepine may help contain your condition but will not cure it. It may take a few weeks or longer before you feel its full benefit.

Self-medication is not recommended. Consult a physician or pharmacist to determine the appropriate medication, dose and dosing schedule for your condition. Inform your doctor immediately if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

What if I missed a dose?

Strictly follow your prescribed dosing schedule to achieve the desired effect of this drug. If you missed a dose and is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed those and immediately take the medication and proceed with the regular dosing interval. Do not administer a double dose to make up for a missed dose, unless told otherwise.

What are the special precautions before taking Tegretol?

Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking, your current and previous medical history especially if you have or had problems with your bone marrow function, blood, eyes, heart, kidneys or liver problems or if you have or had psychological disorders. Also mention if you have any allergies to Carbamazepine or any other ingredients included in the manufacture of this medication.

Avoid eating or drinking grapefruit while using this medication, as this may increase the chance of side effects with this medicine.

Dizziness and drowsiness may occur, and patients should be advised about the risks of driving or engaging in other potentially dangerous tasks while taking this medication.

Does it have any side effects?

It is important to note that all drugs have corresponding side effects and adverse reactions. Additional information may be obtained when you ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Common side effects:
• Dizziness
• Loss of coordination
• Problems with walking
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Drowsiness

Serious side effects:
• Skin rash
• Loss of appetite
• Right-sided upper stomach pain
• Dark urine
• Slow, fast or pounding heartbeats
• Fever
• Chills
• Sore throat
• Mouth sores
• Bleeding gums
• Nosebleeds
• Pale skin
• Easy bruising
• Unusual tiredness
• Light-headedness
• Shortness of breath
• Headache
• Confusion
• Severe weakness
• Feeling unsteady
• Increased seizures

Is it safe to take with another drug?

In some cases, taking more than one medication may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. Immediately inform your doctor if you are taking Tegretol with any of the following medications:

• Alprazolam
• Artemether
• Azilect
• Boceprevir
• Codeine
• Delavirdine
• Desipramine
• Diazepam
• Dilantin
• Diphenhydramine
• Efavirenz
• Elavil
• Eliquis
• Estradot
• Ethinyl estradiol
• Erythromycin
• Etravirine
• Flexeril
• Fosphenytoin
• Furazolidone
• Hydrocodone
• Isocarboxazid
• Linezolid
• Lumefantrine
• Mysoline
• Nifedical
• Nimodipine
• Nuvaring
• Parnate
• Phenelzine
• Phenobarbital
• Praziquantel
• Procardia
• Ranexa
• Ranolazine
• Rifabutin
• Rilpivirine
• Selegiline
• Serzone
• Soma
• Trileptal
• Vivelle dot
• Xarelto
• Zolpidem

Always inform your doctor or pharmacist about all the medications you are taking for the safety and success of your treatment.

How should I store it?

Store Tegretol at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

What action should I take in case of overdose?

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing immediately call an ambulance and seek immediate medical attention to prevent further complications or possible death.

Is it safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

Tegretol may be used only when it is clearly needed as it may harm an unborn baby. However, since untreated seizures is a serious condition that can harm both a pregnant woman and her unborn baby, do not stop taking this medication unless directed by your doctor.

This medication passes into breast milk and may cause harm nursing infants. Consult with your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of taking Carbamazepine in pregnant and breastfeeding women.

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