Oxetol Suspension 60ml

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60ml Suspension in Bottle

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Oxetol 300 MG Description

Oxetol suspension contains a medicine known as Oxcarbazepine. It is one of the medicines of the group called anti-epileptic medicines. It is used for the treatment of epilepsy or seizures, especially partial seizures and their complications. Do not take this medicine if you are having a history of allergy. Consult your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use this medicine in children below 6 years of age. Take immediate medical attention if you develop any skin rash. Do not stop this medicine without a doctor's advice as it may increase the chances of convulsions. Your doctor may advise different blood tests before and during the treatment with this medicine. Shake the bottle before use. Use within 7 weeks after opening the bottle.

Product Summary

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Contains	Oxcarbazepine(300.0 Mg)
Therapy	ANTI-EPILEPTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Oxetol 300 MG

Oxetol suspension is used in the treatment of epilepsy or seizures.

Contraindications of Oxetol 300 MG

If you are allergic to Oxcarbazepine or any other ingredients of Oxetol suspension.

Side effects of Oxetol 300 MG

Dizziness
Drowsiness
Double vision
Nausea
Headache
Trembling
Involuntary movements of the eyes
Mood swings
Confusion
Weakness
Weight gain
Itchy skin
Increased liver enzymes
Very fast or slow irregular heartbeats
Speech problem

Precautions and Warnings of Oxetol 300 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Oxetol suspension during pregnancy?

You should consult your doctor before using this medicine as there is limited information about its safety during pregnancy. Your doctor will only prescribe you this medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Oxetol suspension while breastfeeding?

Components of Oxetol suspension pass into the breast milk and may adversely affect your baby, thus you should not use it while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Oxetol suspension?

You may experience visual disturbances, drowsiness and dizziness thus you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Oxetol suspension?

No, you should avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase the chances of drowsiness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have an allergy to any other medicine used for seizures.
You have any liver problems before or during the treatment.
You have any kidney problems, especially associated with low sodium levels in the blood. (your doctor may start treatment with half the normal starting dose and may slowly increase the dose).
You are taking any other medicine which can decrease blood sodium levels like Indomethacin, Ibuprofen (pain killers), Diuretics (water pills used in heart-related problems).
You have any heart problems like pumping problems (difficulty in breathing, swelling of ankles).
You are taking hormonal contraceptives.
Tell your doctor if you develop any of the following conditions during the treatment: Tiredness, breathlessness when exercising, looking pale, headache, chills, dizziness, infections leading to fever,...
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Your doctor may advise frequent blood tests for thyroid function, as this medicine may cause Hypothyroidism (decreased thyroid gland function).
Your doctor may advise blood tests for determining the dose of medicine as well.
This medicine should not be used in children below 6 years of age
Your doctor will try to maintain the patient on the single best medicine. If patients having severe epilepsy, they may prescribe two or more medicines for that.

Directions for Use of Oxetol 300 MG

Take Oxetol suspension as instructed by your doctor.
Shake well before use.
Use a measuring cup, spoon, or dropper for the exact quantity.

Storage and disposal of Oxetol 300 MG

Store Oxetol suspension in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Use within 7 weeks after opening the bottle.
After 7 weeks dispose of unused suspension properly.
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Quick Tips of Oxetol 300 MG

Oxetol suspension is used to treat epilepsy or seizures. It contains oxcarbazepine as the active ingredient. The medicine acts to control the electrical activity in the brain thereby reducing the freq...
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Consult your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine, pregnant, or breastfeeding before using it. It is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age.
If you feel dizzy after taking this medicine, it is recommended to avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or performing any such activities that require mental alertness. Your doctor may advise you...
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Inform your doctor if you have any kidney, heart, or liver problems. Also, inform about all your other medicines and your complete medical history.
Oxetol suspension use with other medicines like anticonvulsants, hormonal contraceptives, diuretics, immunosuppressants, or rifampicin must be avoided, or used as per your doctor's advice. Do not take...
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Vomiting, nausea, drowsiness, tiredness, dizziness, headache, or involuntary movements may occur in some individuals with the use of this medicine. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do...
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Dosage of Oxetol 300 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may cause agitation, being confused, drowsiness or sleepiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, fast and irregular heartbeats, shaking, seizures/fits, headache, coma, loss ...

Missed a Dose

If you forget a dose of Oxetol suspension, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgott...

Mode of Action of Oxetol 300 MG

How Does It Work?

Normally in the brain, the electrical activity is going on in a controlled manner. When there is an imbalance in this electrical activity, it becomes uncontrolled. That produces symptoms like muscle t...
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Oxcarbazepine helps in controlling electrical activity in the brain and decreases the frequency of seizures or fits. It works by keeping the brain’s over-excitable nerve cells under control. This redu...
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Interactions of Oxetol 300 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about any of the other medicine you are taking which includes medicine without prescription and herbal medicines as well, as these medicines may alter the effectiveness of Oxetol susp...
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Inform your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including:
other anticonvulsant medicines like Phenobarbital, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Lamotrigine and Valproic acid.
Hormonal contraceptives (Oxcarbazepine decreases the effectiveness of contraceptive medicines; thus, your doctor may advise you to try other forms of contraception)
Lithium and MAOIs (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors), like Phenelzine and Moclobemide, (these medicines are used to treat mental illness)
Medicines that can lower sodium levels in the blood like diuretics (used to treat high blood pressure), desmopressin (used for bedwetting) and non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (pain killers). Oxcar...
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Medicines to decrease the body’s immune system (immunosuppressants) such as ciclosporin, tacrolimus (used to prevent organ transplantation)
Rifampicin (an antibiotic used for the treatment of tuberculosis)

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the use of Oxetol suspension?

A: Oxetol suspension contains Oxcarbazepine, which belongs to a group of medicines called anti-epileptic medicines. It is used for the treatment of epilepsy of seizures, especially partial seizures and their complications.

Q: How does Oxetol suspension work?

A: Oxcarbazepine helps to control electrical activity in the brain and decreases the frequency of seizures by keeping the brain’s over-excitable nerve cells under control.

Q: Can Oxetol suspension used by a kid?

A: Oxetol suspension must be used as per the advice of your doctor. It is mandatory to consult a doctor before using this medicine in a child as they are at high risk for adverse effects. It should not be given to children under 6 years of age. So, use it in children only if prescribed by the doctor and avoid self-medication.

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