Eslicarbazepine
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Epilepsy |
| Therapy | Anti-Epileptic |
| Side Effects | Dizziness, Sleepiness, Headache, Nausea, Double vision, Unsteady movements |
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Molecule Description
Eslicarbazepine is an anti-epileptic medicine used to treat partial-onset seizures. It helps control abnormal electrical activity in the brain and reduces seizure frequency.
Eslicarbazepine works by stabilising nerve activity in the brain. Your doctor will decide the dose, frequency, and duration of treatment. Take this medicine regularly for effective seizure control.
You should inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart-related problems before taking Eslicarbazepine. This medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Avoid driving if you experience these effects.
Uses
Eslicarbazepine is used for the treatment of partial-onset (focal) seizures in epilepsy.
Contraindications
When should one not use Eslicarbazepine
- If you are allergic to eslicarbazepine acetate or any of the ingredients of this medicine
- If you are allergic to similar medicines such as carbamazepine or oxcarbazepine
- If you have severe liver disease
- If you have certain heart rhythm or conduction problems
- If you have previously developed serious skin reactions to anti-epileptic medicines
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Double vision
- Unsteady movements
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have kidney, liver, or heart-related problems.
- You have a history of low sodium levels in the blood
- You develop a skin rash, blisters, or skin peeling.
- You notice changes in mood, behaviour, or suicidal thoughts.
- You experience excessive dizziness, sleepiness, or unsteady movements.
- You are elderly, as the risk of falls may be higher.
- You are taking other antiepileptic medicines.
- You are using hormonal contraceptives, as their effectiveness may be reduced.
- You stop taking Eslicarbazepine suddenly without medical advice.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Eslicarbazepine works by blocking certain sodium channels in the brain. This helps control excessive electrical signals responsible for seizures.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Eslicarbazepine may interact with other anti-epileptic medicines, hormonal contraceptives, and medicines affecting heart rhythm.
- Inform your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are taking.
Dosage
Overdose
Taking more than the prescribed dose may cause severe dizziness, sleepiness, or confusion. Seek immediate medical attention in case of overdose.
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose.
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