Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Carbamazepine(200mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Mazepine 200mg Tablet must be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. It may be increased gradually. Many other medicines can interfere with this medicine so tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe.
You can take this medicine with or without food but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It is important to take this medicine for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing even a single dose may trigger a seizure and, if you stop taking it abruptly, your condition may get worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, feeling dizzy, tired or drowsy, unsteadiness (balance disorder), constipation, dry mouth, and itching. Some people may develop blurring of vision and slurred speech. Most of the side effects are not serious. However, let your doctor know straight away if you notice a skin rash or if your mood becomes depressed or if you develop any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking Mazepine 200mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any heart problems, kidney or liver disease, difficulty in urinating, or any mental illness like depression. These conditions may affect your treatment. You may be advised some blood tests (eg. CBC) before starting treatment and then periodically thereafter, to monitor your progress.
Mazepine 200mg Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
One pharmacokinetic study determined the elimination half-life of carbamazepine to range between 27 to 36.8 hours in healthy volunteers. In a pharmacokinetic study, the apparent oral clearance of carbamazepine was 25 ± 5 mL/min 11,16 after one dose of carbamazepine and 80 ± 30 mL/min after several doses.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Mazepine
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Sleepiness
Abnormality of voluntary movements
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carbamazepine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Hemolytic Anemia
Neutropenia
Porphyria
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Mazepine 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Mazepine 200mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Mazepine 200mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Carbamazepine is used to manage and treat epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia, and acute manic and mixed episodes in bipolar I disorder. Indications for epilepsy are specifically for partial seizures with complex symptomatology (psychomotor, temporal lobe), generalized tonic seizures (grand mal), and mixed seizure patterns.
CARBAMAZEPINE may have interaction with antipsychotic (aripiprazole, quetiapine), anti-anxiety (alprazolam), anti-depressant (amitriptyline, duloxetine, sertraline, fluoxetine), antibiotics (erythromycin), pain killer (codeine, oxycodone, acetaminophen, tramadol), anti-convulsant (gabapentin, lamotrigine, pregabalin, phenytoin, topiramate), anti-thyroid (levothyroxine), antipsychotic (lithium), insomnia (melatonin), anti-coagulant (warfarin), antihistamine (diphenhydramine), and vitamin (cholecalciferol).
Do not chew, crush or break it. Mazepine 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Mazepine 200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
Practice yoga every day.
Get enough sleep at nighttime.
Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
Take your medication on time.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of blood cells in your blood while taking this medication.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Inform your doctor if you notice a rash or other skin changes such as reddish spot or circular patches while taking this medicine.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mazepine 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How quickly does Mazepine 200mg Tablet start working?
Your symptoms may take 1-2 weeks to improve. However, in some cases, it may take even longer. Consult your doctor if your condition doesn't improve or if you have any doubts regarding your condition.
Q. Is Mazepine 200mg Tablet an analgesic? What is it used for?
No, Mazepine 200mg Tablet is not an analgesic and should not be used for regular aches or pains. It is an anti-epileptic medicine which is used to treat fits (seizures). It is also used in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia (intense facial nerve pain). In addition to that, Mazepine 200mg Tablet is used to control mood disorders when other medicines fail to work.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Mazepine 200mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including medicines for epilepsy or seizures, medicines used to thin your blood (e.g., warfarin), medicines to control bacterial infection (e.g., chloramphenicol, metronidazole and doxycycline) and medicines to control viral infection (e.g., nelfinavir). Also, let your doctor know if you take asthma medicines (e.g., theophylline and montelukast), birth control pills, etc. It is important to tell your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Further, you should tell the doctor if you have ever had liver problems, kidney problems, lung problems or porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder).
Q. What are the long-term effects of Mazepine 200mg Tablet?
The long-term side effects of Mazepine 200mg Tablet vary from person to person. While some people can take Mazepine 200mg Tablet safely for several years, some may develop side effects on using it for long term. These side effects include osteoporosis and osteopenia in which the bones become weak and can get easily fractured. Therefore, if you have been prescribed Mazepine 200mg Tablet for a long term, get your bone density checked at regular intervals, maintain a healthy diet and exercise daily.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Mazepine 200mg Tablet?
Mazepine 200mg Tablet may make you sleepy or you may feel dizzy. Therefore, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Alcohol consumption should be avoided since taking both together may cause excessive sleepiness.
Q. How do I stop taking Mazepine 200mg Tablet?
You should stop Mazepine 200mg Tablet only after consulting your doctor. It is advised to gradually decrease the dose of Mazepine 200mg Tablet so that the condition for which you are taking it does not recur.
Q. How can I look for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions?
Pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behavior, thoughts or feelings. Keep all follow-up visits with your doctor as scheduled. Call your doctor as needed, especially if you are worried about any symptoms.
Q. Can the use of Mazepine 200mg Tablet lead to weight gain? If yes, how can it be managed?
Yes, Mazepine 200mg Tablet causes weight gain as a common side effect. This could be due to an increase in appetite. You can manage your weight by eating a healthy diet, consuming low calorie food and including more vegetables and fruits in your diet. Also, regular physical exercise will be very helpful.
Q. Can the use of Mazepine 200mg Tablet affect my sex life?
Though rare but Mazepine 200mg Tablet may cause decreased sexual desire. It may also impair male fertility as it may reduce sperm count and/or motility. Consult your doctor if you develop these symptoms.
Q. I am taking Mazepine 200mg Tablet for trigeminal neuralgia. For how long do I need to take it?
Once the medicine relieves your pain, talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose. Mazepine 200mg Tablet can be possibly stopped if there is no recurrence of pain after taking the reduced dose for several weeks.
Q. How can I reduce the side effects of Mazepine 200mg Tablet?
Side effects of Mazepine 200mg Tablet can be reduced by starting it at a low dose. The doctor may gradually increase the dose, until an effective dose is reached.
Q. When should I go for a laboratory test when taking this medicine?
Before starting treatment with Mazepine 200mg Tablet, your doctor may ask you to get regular blood tests, liver function test, and in some cases, even a urine test. You may need to take these tests from time to time during your treatment. This is quite usual and nothing to worry about.
