express delivery
Express delivery to
Select Pincode
Search for Medicine and Healthcare items
Search
medicine

Carbazep Cr 400mg Tablets

By MANEESH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
MRP 3.00
2.6412% OFF
offer_icon
Inclusive of all taxes
Out of Stock
7 days return policyRead More
All the Products are packed and stored Safely

Carbazep Cr 400 MG Description

Carbazep Cr Tablet is an anti-convulsant medicine that is used to treat certain types of seizures/fits (partial and generalised tonic-clonic seizures). Epilepsy is a condition where there are brief o

ccurrences of loss or disturbance of consciousness with or without convulsions. These episodes (seizures/fits) are unpredictable and their occurrence does not have a fixed pattern. This medicine has an active component called carbamazepine that prevents the occurrence of seizures/fits in some forms of epilepsy. Your doctor will recommend this medicine to you and will tell you how and when to take them. Always follow his/her instructions carefully and take the medicine at the right time. Tell your doctor about any medical problems, other medicines and supplements that you are taking. This medicine is not to be used in children under 5 years.

modeOfAction

Product Summary

Offer Price₹2.64
You Save₹0.36 (12% on MRP)
ContainsCarbamazepine(400.0 Mg)
UsesEpilepsy/Seizures
Side effectsNausea, vomiting, red itchy skin bumps, dizziness, swelling
TherapyANTI-EPILEPTIC
molecules
Check more medicines with composition as Carbamazepine(400.0 Mg)
uses

Uses of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

Carbazep Cr Tablet is used for the treatment of certain types of epileptic fits known as generalised tonic-clonic and partial seizures.
contraindications

Contraindications of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

  • If you are allergic to carbamazepine or any other ingredient of Carbazep Cr Tablet.
  • If you are allergic to tricyclic antidepressants such as clomipramine, imipramine, amitriptyline, nortriptyline, doxepin. Ask your doctor what these medicines are if you are not sure.
  • If you have a type of heart block known as an atrioventricular block (AV block).
  • If you have had a history of bone marrow depression (decreased number of those cells in the bone marrow that can develop into all types of blood cells).
  • If you have a history of hepatic porphyrias (acute intermittent porphyria, variegate porphyria, porphyria, cutanea tarda).
  • Carbazep Cr Tablet is contraindicated to be used along with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO's like selegiline, rasagiline, phenelzine, tranylcypromine).
sideEffects

Side effects of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Red itchy skin bumps
  • Dizziness
  • Swelling
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Carbazep Cr Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
The use of Carbazep Cr Tablet during pregnancy is seen to increase the risk of developmental disorders and malformations (incomplete development of spine and spinal cord, cleft lip/palate, cardiovascular malformations) in the infant. Thus, it is recommended that the use of Carbazep Cr Tablets be avoided in women who are pregnant or are planning on becoming pregnant soon.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Carbazep Cr Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Carbazep Cr Tablet is known to pass into the mother's breastmilk. Thus, to prevent the possibility of this medicine being ingested by the suckling infant via breastmilk, it is suggested that women who are breastfeeding should not take Carbazep Cr Tablet tablets.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Carbazep Cr Tablet?
A:
Carbazep Cr Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, lack of muscle coordination, blurred vision and seeing two images of a single object. Hence, after taking this medicine, if you feel that you may not be able to drive safely, then it is recommended that you do not drive.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Carbazep Cr Tablet?
A:
Carbazep Cr Tablet is seen to interact with alcohol. Hence, the consumption of alcohol while on treatment with this medicine is not recommended and should be avoided.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have a history of bone marrow depression.
  • You have or have a history of any kind of liver or kidney disease.
  • You have any kind of heart disease.
  • You have thyroid disorders and take medicines for them.
  • You have taken medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) within the last 14 days.
  • If you develop symptoms like skin rashes, itchy bumps, mouth sores, blistering or peeling of the skin, yellowing of the skin and eyes, severe weakness, severe muscle pain, unusual bruising or bleeding...
    Read more
  • You develop signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction to the medicine (fever, rashes, weakness, red itchy skin bumps, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, sleepiness, impaired coordination, swelling, decreas...
    Read more
  • You are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant soon.
  • You are a woman and do not use an effective method of contraception or use oral hormonal contraceptives.
  • You experience an increase in the frequency of seizures after taking Carbazep Cr Tablet.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

How Does It Work?

In epilepsy, there is the repetitive firing of the nerves which causes the signals between the nerves to be disrupted. This causes disturbance of consciousness (seizures/fits) with or without convulsi...
Read more
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

  • Take Carbazep Cr Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
  • Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
  • Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
interactions

Interactions of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Carbazep Cr Tablet works or this Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
  • Care should be taken when Carbazep Cr Tablet is given along with CYP3A4 inhibitors (erythromycin, clarithromycin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, verapamil, diltiazem, ritonavir, grapefruit juice), CYP3A4...
    Read more
  • This Tablet may reduce the effect of oral hormonal contraceptives and lead to failure of contraception. Women of childbearing potential (women who have not yet reached menopause and are capable of bec...
    Read more
  • This medicine interacts with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO inhibitors like selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine) and are not to be taken together.
  • Special attention must be paid to combinations of Carbazep Cr Tablet with levetiracetam, isoniazid, lithium, diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide) and direct-acting anti-coagulants (rivaroxaban,...
    Read more
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

  • Store Carbazep Cr Tablets in a cool and dry place below 30°C away from direct sunlight.
  • Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
dosage

Dosage of Carbazep Cr 400 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Carbazep Cr Tablet include confusion, sleepiness, blurred vision, slurred speech, lack of muscle coordination, fainting, vomiting. If you think you have taken too much of this ...
Read more

Missed a Dose

You should never miss your dose of medicines as it may lead to complications associated with the disease. However, if you missed any dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time...
Read more

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

^

Q: What time during the day should I take Carbazep Cr Tablet?

A: The doctor will suggest you the best time of the day to take Carbazep Cr Tablet depending on your condition, other medications that you take, food and lifestyle habits.

Q: Can I stop taking Carbazep Cr Tablet if I do not have seizures anymore?

A: You should never stop taking this medicine on your own without consulting your doctor first. If you feel better and do not have seizures anymore, your doctor may lower your dose or even change your medicines. However, it is always recommended that you talk to your doctor about any questions that you have.

Q: Can I take Carbazep Cr Tablet along with my other regular medicines?

A: Your doctor will recommend whether you can take Carbazep Cr Tablet if you are taking or have recently taken other medicines. Please inform your doctor about any other medicines that you are taking, including nonprescription medicines.

Q: How much time does Carbazep Cr Tablet take initially to show its effect on the body?

A: Carbazep Cr Tablet takes about 1 to 2 weeks after the first dose to show improvement in signs and symptoms.
Product Details
Brand
CARBAZEP CR
Expires on or After
12/02/2025
Last Updated on: 11 May 2022 | 12:45 AM (IST)

Health Articles

Disclaimer
The information provided herein is supplied to the best of our abilities to make it accurate and reliable as it is published after a review by a team of professionals. This information is solely intended to provide a general overview on the product and must be used for informational purposes only. You should not use the information provided herein to diagnose, prevent, or cure a health problem. Nothing contained on this page is intended to create a doctor-patient relationship, replace or be a substitute for a registered medical practitioner's medical treatment/advice or consultation. The absence of any information or warning to any medicine shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance. We highly recommend that you consult your registered medical practitioner for all queries or doubts related to your medical condition. You hereby agree that you shall not make any health or medical-related decision based in whole or in part on anything contained in the Site. Please click here  for detailed T&C.
Our Payment Partners
https://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/gpay.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/paytm.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/amazon-pay.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/phonepe.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/mobikwik.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/airtel-money.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/ola-money.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/maestro.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/mastercard.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/visa.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/rupay.svghttps://assets.pharmeasy.in/web-assets/_next/icons/diners.svg