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Epitan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Secondary and off-label uses of Epitan have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Epitan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Epitan also has some side effects, the most common being Vertigo. While these are the most often observed Epitan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Epitan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Epitan has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Epitan related warnings talks about Epitan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Epitan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Respiratory Depression, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Epitan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Epitan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Epitan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Epitan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Epitan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Epitan safe for pregnant women?
Epitan may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Epitan again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Epitan safe during breastfeeding?
Epitan may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Epitan on the Kidneys?
Epitan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Epitan on the Liver?
Epitan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Epitan on the Heart?
Side effects of Epitan rarely affect the heart.
Epitan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epitan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Epitan habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Epitan cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Epitan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Epitan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Epitan has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Epitan
Taking Epitan with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Epitan
Consuming Epitan with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Epitan as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with depression, respiratory disease, and improper liver or kidney function.
No, Epitan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this drug without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Epitan is not a benzo (benzodiazepine). It belongs to the class of drug known as barbiturates and it is mainly used for the prevention of seizures and insomnia.
No, Epitan should not be taken with clonazepam. Taking these drugs together is more likely to increases the sedative (drowsiness) effect. Hence, you are advised to avoid taking them together.
No, Epitan should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug can cause withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 85-87