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Zeptol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Trigeminal Neuralgia. Secondary and off-label uses of Zeptol have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zeptol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zeptol have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Zeptol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zeptol is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zeptol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zeptol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zeptol in conditions like Depression, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Zeptol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Zeptol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zeptol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zeptol 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
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Is the use of Zeptol safe for pregnant women?
Zeptol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Zeptol safe during breastfeeding?
Zeptol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zeptol on the Kidneys?
Zeptol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zeptol on the Liver?
Side effects of Zeptol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zeptol on the Heart?
Zeptol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Zeptol 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 Zeptol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zeptol habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Zeptol. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zeptol as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zeptol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Zeptol works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zeptol
Taking Zeptol with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zeptol
Taking alcohol with Zeptol can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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