* Generic Name: oxcarbazepine
* Brand Name: Trileptal
* What is oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
* What are the possible side effects of oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar
XR, Trileptal)?
* What is the most important information I should know about
oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
* What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking
oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
* How should I take oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
* What happens if I miss a dose (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
* What happens if I overdose (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
* What should I avoid while taking oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR,
Trileptal)?
* What other drugs will affect oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR,
Trileptal)?
* Where can I get more information (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
What is oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Oxcarbazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing
nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain.
Oxcarbazepine is used either alone or with other medicines to treat
partial seizures.
The Trileptal brand of oxcarbazepine is used as a single medicine in
adults and children who are at least 4 years old. Trileptal is used
with other medicines in adults and children who are at least 2 years
old.
The Oxtellar XR brand of oxcarbazepine is used with other medicines in
adults and children who are at least 6 years old.
Oxcarbazepine may also be used for purposes not listed in this
medication guide.
What are the possible side effects of oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
throat.
Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can
affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever,
swollen glands, flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, severe weakness,
unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.
Oxcarbazepine can reduce the sodium in your body to dangerously low
levels, which can cause a life-threatening electrolyte imbalance.
Call your doctor right away if you have nausea, lack of energy,
confusion, feeling tired or irritable, severe weakness, muscle
pain, or increased seizures.
Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor, such as: mood or
behavior changes, depression, anxiety, or if you feel agitated,
hostile, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), or have
thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
Common side effects may include:
* dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness;
* balance or coordination problems;
* nausea, vomiting;
* tremors or shaking;
* double vision; or
* rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about oxcarbazepine
(Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Seek medical treatment if you have symptoms of a serious drug reaction:
skin rash, fever, swollen glands, flu-like symptoms, unusual bruising
or bleeding, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.
Call your doctor right away if you have symptoms of low sodium levels
in your body, such as nausea, confusion, severe weakness, muscle pain,
or increased seizures.
Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking seizure
medicine. Stay alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Report any
new or worsening symptoms to your doctor.
Do not stop using oxcarbazepine suddenly.
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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking oxcarbazepine
(Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to oxcarbazepine
or eslicarbazepine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
* liver disease;
* kidney disease;
* mood problems or suicidal thoughts; or
* an allergy to carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Tegretol).
Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking oxcarbazepine.
Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits. Your
family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood
or symptoms.
Do not start or stop taking oxcarbazepine during pregnancy without your
doctor's advice. Having a seizure during pregnancy could harm both
mother and baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant
while taking oxcarbazepine for seizures.
If you are pregnant, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry to
track the effects of oxcarbazepine on the baby.
Oxcarbazepine can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your
doctor about using a non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm
with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy.
You should not breast-feed while you are taking oxcarbazepine.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. There are
specific age restrictions for the use of oxcarbazepine in children,
depending on the dose form and whether it is used alone or with other
medicines.
How should I take oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all
medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally
change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the
dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a
kitchen spoon).
Give the liquid directly from the oral syringe, or mix the medicine
with a small glass of water. After using the syringe, rinse it with
water and allow it to air dry.
Take the oxcarbazepine extended-release tablet on an empty stomach, at
least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
You may take the oxcarbazepine oral liquid or regular tablet with or
without food.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or
break it.
You may need frequent blood tests.
Do not stop using oxcarbazepine suddenly, even if you feel fine.
Stopping suddenly may cause increased seizures. Follow your doctor's
instructions about tapering your dose.
In case of emergency, wear or carry medical identification to let
others know you use oxcarbazepine.
Seizures are often treated with a combination of drugs. Use all
medications as directed by your doctor. Read the medication guide or
patient instructions provided with each medication. Do not change your
doses or medication schedule without your doctor's advice.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Throw away any
unused liquid 7 weeks after opening the bottle.
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What happens if I miss a dose (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is
almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
1-800-222-1222.
What should I avoid while taking oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Do not drink alcohol. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side
effects, and may increase the risk of seizures.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise, in hot
weather, or by not drinking enough fluids. Follow your doctor's
instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink.
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine
will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
What other drugs will affect oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Using oxcarbazepine with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen
this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a
sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.
Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medications at the same time.
Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you take, which
may increase side effects or make the medications less effective.
Many drugs can affect oxcarbazepine. This includes prescription and
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all
possible interactions are listed here. Tell your doctor about all your
current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
Where can I get more information (Oxtellar XR, Trileptal)?
Your pharmacist has information about oxcarbazepine.
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