Zen Retard 300mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
By INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Zen 300 MG Description
Zen Retard 300 tablet is an anti-epileptic medicine. It is used to manage various types of seizures/fits. It is also used to treat a painful condition called trigeminal neuralgia. Epilepsy is a condi
tion with brief occurrences 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. Zen Retard 300 tablet has an active component called carbamazepine that helps to prevent the occurrence of seizures/fits in some forms of epilepsy. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting Zen Retard 300 tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹41.40 |
| You Save | ₹3.60 (8% on MRP) |
| Contains | Carbamazepine(300.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Epilepsy/seizures |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, red itchy skin bumps, dizziness, swelling |
| Therapy | ANTI-EPILEPTIC |
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Uses of Zen 300 MG
- Zen Retard 300 tablet is used for the management of various types of seizures/fits.
- It is also used to treat a painful condition called trigeminal neuralgia.
Contraindications of Zen 300 MG
- If you are allergic to carbamazepine or any other ingredient of Zen Retard 300 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 porphyrias of the liver.
- If you are taking medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors like selegiline, rasagiline, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine. IF you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor....
Side effects of Zen 300 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Red itchy skin bumps
- Dizziness
- Swelling
Precautions and Warnings of Zen 300 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Zen Retard 300 tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Zen Retard 300 tablet should only be used during pregnancy if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk. Women capable of having children should use effective birth control measures during treatment and for at least two weeks after stopping treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant before taking Zen Retard 300 tablet.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Zen Retard 300 tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Zen Retard 300 tablet may pass into the mother's breast milk. Thus, women who are breastfeeding should only use this medicine if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Zen Retard 300 tablet?
A:
Zen Retard 300 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
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Zen Retard 300 tablet?
A:
Zen Retard 300 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.
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, frequent infections that do not go away, fever, trouble swallowing or breathing, tiny pinpoint red to purple spots on your skin. These may indicate serious problems in your liver or blood cells....
- 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, decrease in white blood cells count)....
- 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 Zen Retard 300 tablet.
Mode of Action of Zen 300 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 convulsions. ...
- Zen Retard 300 tablet stabilizes these nerves and prevents their repetitive firing. It also decreases the production of certain chemicals that are responsible for the excitement of the nerves. Thus, this medicine prevents the occurrence of seizures/fits in patients with epilepsy....
Directions for Use of Zen 300 MG
- Take Zen Retard 300 tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
- Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
Interactions of Zen 300 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Zen Retard 300 tablet works or this medicine 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 Zen Retard 300 tablet is taken along with medicines used to treat bacterial infections (erythromycin, clarithromycin), medicines used to treat fungal infections (ketoconazole, itraconazole), medicines used to manage heart-related chest pain (verapamil, diltiazem), anti-HIV medicines (ritonavir), antitubercular medicines (rifampicin), barbiturates, and other anti-epileptic medicines)....
- This medicine may reduce the effect of oral hormonal contraceptives and lead to failure of contraception. Women of childbearing potential should be advised to use other effective methods of contraception....
- Zen Retard 300 divitab interacts with monoamine oxidase inhibitors like selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine and should not be taken together.
- Special attention must be paid to combinations of Zen Retard 300 tablet with levetiracetam, isoniazid, lithium, diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide) and direct-acting anticoagulants (rivaroxaban, dabigatran, apixaban, edoxaban)....
Interactions with food items
Do not take large quantities of grapefruit juice while taking Zen Retard 300 tablet.
Storage and disposal of Zen 300 MG
- Store Zen Retard 300 tablets in a cool and dry place below 30°C away from direct sunlight.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Zen 300 MG
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose of Zen Retard 300 tablet include confusion, sleepiness, blurred vision, slurred speech, lack of muscle coordination, fainting, vomiting.
- If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
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 Zen Retard 300 tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
- Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What time during the day should I take Zen Retard 300 tablet?
A: The doctor will suggest you the best time of the day to take Zen Retard 300 tablet depending on your condition, other medications that you take, food and lifestyle habits.
Q: Can I stop taking Zen Retard 300 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 Zen Retard 300 tablet along with my other regular medicines?
A: Your doctor will recommend whether you can take Zen Retard 300 tablet if you are taking or have recently taken other medicines. Please inform your doctor about any other medicines, herbals, and supplements that you are taking, including nonprescription medicines.
Q: How much time does Zen Retard 300 tablet take initially to show its effect on the body?
A: Zen Retard 300 tablet takes about 1 to 2 weeks after the first dose to show improvement in signs and symptoms.
Q: What is Zen Retard 300 used for?
- Zen Retard 300 tablet is used for the management of various types of seizures/fits.
- It is also used to treat a painful condition called trigeminal neuralgia.
Q: What are the side effects of Zen Retard 300?
A: Some people may experience side effects of Zen Retard 300 tablet such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, swelling, or red/itchy bumps on the skin. These side effects are usually mild and will go away in some time. However, if the symptoms do not go away, please visit your doctor.
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Product Details
Brand
ZEN
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
29/06/2027
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