Primidone
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Seizure |
| Therapy | Anti-Epileptic |
| Side Effects | Visual disturbances, lack of coordination, lack of energy, rolling of the eyes, nausea, headache, vomiting, skin allergy |
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Molecule Description
Primidone is an anti-convulsant or anti-epileptic medicine. It is used for the treatment and prevention of seizures (fits) in people who suffer from epilepsy. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterised by abnormal behaviour & sensation, loss of consciousness and uncontrolled movements. It acts by reducing the abnormal electrical activity of neurons in the brain. Few people develop thoughts of self-harm after taking this medicine or similar medicines, inform your doctor immediately if at any time you have these thoughts. Primidone should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Uses
Primidone is used to prevent episodes of a certain type of seizure (fits) in patients with epilepsy.
Contraindications
When should one not use Primidone
- If you are allergic to primidone or any other ingredient of this medicine.
- If you have porphyria (a rare inherited metabolic disorder).
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Visual disturbances
- Lack of coordination
- Lack of energy
- Rolling of the eyes
- Nausea
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Skin allergy
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You ever had respiratory, kidney or liver-related problems.
- You are pregnant or are trying to become pregnant.
- You are getting thoughts of killing or harming yourself after taking this medicine, immediately consult your doctor.
- Frequency of your seizures increases or if seizures of a different type appear.
- You develop ulcers in the mouth, throat, nose, genitals and conjunctivitis (red and swollen eyes) after taking this medicine.
- You experience any kind of rashes, blisters on your skin after taking this medicine.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Seizure in epilepsy is caused due to electrical disturbance in your brain. It can lead to a change in the level of consciousness, movement and behaviour. Primidone helps in reducing the electrical disturbance in the brain.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Primidone works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take.
- Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat blood pressure, heart failure, high cholesterol, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines, contraceptives or medicines for brain-related disorders.
Dosage
Overdose
If you accidentally take Primidone more than your normal dose, contact your doctor or visit your nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking a dose of Primidone, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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