Tegrital Information
Tegrital is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet,Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Trigeminal Neuralgia. Tegrital also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Tegrital depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tegrital can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tegrital go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Tegrital's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Tegrital has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tegrital related warnings section.
Tegrital can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tegrital in conditions like Depression, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. The section on Tegrital contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Tegrital may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tegrital is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tegrital Benefits & Uses
Tegrital is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Tegrital Dosage & How to Take
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
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Tegrital Related Warnings
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Is the use of Tegrital safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tegrital. If you are pregnant, do not take Tegrital without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Tegrital safe during breastfeeding?
Tegrital has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Tegrital on the Kidneys?
Tegrital has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Tegrital on the Liver?
Side effects of Tegrital rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Tegrital on the Heart?
Tegrital may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Tegrital with Other Drugs
Tegrital should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Tegrital Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tegrital unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Depression
- Suicidal Tendency
- Hemolytic Anemia
- Neutropenia
- Porphyria
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Tegrital
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Is this Tegrital habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Tegrital can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Yes -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tegrital, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tegrital can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tegrital only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Tegrital can help with mental disorders.
Yes
Tegrital Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Tegrital
Tegrital may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Tegrital
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tegrital as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tegretol® (carbamazepine)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Equetro (carbamazepine)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carbatrol® (carbamazepine)