Similar Medicine Of Zefretol 400mg Tablet 10s
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Some of the common side effects of this medicine include blurred or double vision, headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue and diarrhea. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.
Your doctor may advice for regular monitoring of sodium levels, as it may reduce the sodium levels in your blood (hyponatremia). Inform your doctor if you are taking oral contraceptive pills as this medicine reduces their levels in the body.
How Zefretol 400mg Tablet 10s works
Zefretol 400 Tablet is an anti epileptic medication. It works by blocking the voltage gated sodium channels that stabilizes the hyperexcited nerve cells in the brain. In this way, it treats seizures or fits.
How To Use Zefretol 400mg Tablet 10s
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zefretol 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects Of Zefretol 400mg Tablet 10s
- Sleepiness
- Blurred vision
- Nausea
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Double vision
- Fatigue
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Diarrhea
- Impaired coordination
- Vertigo
- Decreased appetite
- Decreased sodium level in blood
- Dizziness
Safety Advice for Zefretol 400mg Tablet 10s
- High risk
- Moderate risk
- Safe
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zefretol 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Zefretol 400 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Zefretol 400 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.<BR>Zefretol 400 Tablet should be used for short periods and sleepiness of the baby should be watched.
Zefretol 400 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Zefretol 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zefretol 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Zefretol 400 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Zefretol 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zefretol 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Zefretol 400 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.