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LEXOPINE 200MG TAB
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Generic Name
Carbamazepine 200mg
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Product Information
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Description
This medicine is used to treat epilepsy. It contains Carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant, that prevents seizures by enhancement of sodium channel inactivation by reducing high-frequency repetitive firing of action potentials.
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Ingredients
Carbamazepine 200mg
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Drug Class
Anticonvulsants
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Dosage Form
Tablet
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Uses
Carbamazepine is used for the following therapeutic indications:
- Management of epilepsy
- Treatment of bipolar disorder
- Relief of trigeminal neuralgia
- Treatment of neuropathic pain
- Management of alcohol withdrawal symptoms
- Prevention of migraine headaches
- Management of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Treatment of certain mood disorders
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Dosage
The dosage depends on the illness that is being treated. Usually a low dose of 100-200mg once or twice a day will be prescribed which will be increased over a few weeks:
Adult dosage
Epilepsy
Child dosage
Dosage will be prescribed by your doctor according to your child's weight
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In case of Overdose
Seek medical help immediately if you think you have overdosed on this medicaton.
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Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.
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How To Use
Take this medicine with or without food and stay hydrated.
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When Not to Use
You should not use this medication if you have a medical history of any of the following:
- An allergic reaction to carbamazepine or any other drug
- Heart, kidney, or liver disease.
- Decreased bone marrow function
- High cholesterol
- Decreased platelets
- Depression
- Increased pressure in the eye
- Myasthenia gravis
- Inability to empty bladder
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Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Allergy
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Vertigo
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Skin rashes
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
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Precautions & Warnings
Understand these precautions and warnings before starting the medication:
- Take with caution if there has been a history of drug-related allergy
- Don’t operate heavy machinery or do anything that requires alertness.
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Drug Interactions
Ask your doctor about any possible drug interactions, and discuss every medicine you have been taking.
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Storage/Disposal
Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.
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Control Drug
No
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Quick Tips, if any
Always follow your doctor's advice and never self-medicate.
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