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Barbee is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Barbee also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Barbee is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Barbee include Vertigo. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Barbee can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Barbee 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.
Barbee's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Barbee related warnings talks about Barbee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Barbee is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Respiratory Depression, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Barbee contraindications section.
Besides this, Barbee may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Barbee is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Barbee 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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Is the use of Barbee safe for pregnant women?
Barbee can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Barbee, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Barbee safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Barbee may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Barbee should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Barbee on the Kidneys?
Barbee has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Barbee on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Barbee on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Barbee on the Heart?
Barbee has very mild side effects on the heart.
Barbee 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 Barbee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Barbee habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Barbee. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Barbee you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Barbee is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Barbee is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Barbee
Taking Barbee with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Barbee
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Barbee as it can have severe side effects.
No, Barbee 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.
Yes, Barbee can help with anxiety or tension because it can induce sleep but it is generally not preferred for the treatment of anxiety due to its side effects.
No, Barbee should not be taken along with Xanax (alprazolam). Taking these drugs together is more likely to increase the side effects of both of these medicines such as increased sedation (drowsiness). Hence, you are advised to avoid taking them together.
Yes, Barbee might help with severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Scientific evidence suggests that Barbee in combination with other drugs (benzodiazepines) might help with severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take Barbee by yourself without consulting a doctor.
Yes, Barbee can cause constipation in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. The exact cause behind it is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 85-87