Tegrital 100 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Trigeminal Neuralgia. Secondary and off-label uses of Tegrital 100 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Tegrital 100 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Tegrital 100 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tegrital 100 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Tegrital 100 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tegrital 100 Tablet related warnings talks about Tegrital 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tegrital 100 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tegrital 100 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Tegrital 100 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tegrital 100 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tegrital 100 Tablet 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tegrital 100 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tegrital 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Tegrital has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Tegrital without medical advice.
Is the use of Tegrital 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Tegrital for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tegrital 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tegrital has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tegrital 100 Tablet on the Liver?
Tegrital is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tegrital 100 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Tegrital on the heart have been reported.
Tegrital 100 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tegrital 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tegrital 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Tegrital 100 Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tegrital 100 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Tegrital 100 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Tegrital 100 Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tegrital 100 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Tegrital 100 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tegrital 100 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Tegrital 100 Tablet can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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