Peganone - Ethotoin - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Peganone.
• Peganone
• eth-oh-TOE-in

Peganone Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not take the drug phenacemide while taking ethotoin.
• It is recommended to wear or carry medication identification indicating you are taking this drug.
• Do not change from one brand of this product to another without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
• Products made by different companies may not be equally effective.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Read Before Using Peganone (precautions)

• Be sure your doctor knows your complete medical history, including.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Inform your doctor about all the medicine you use (both prescription and nonprescription) especially if you take.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose and take 1 dose daily.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat seizures and epilepsy.

Peganone Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Possible Side Effects

• May cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision.
• Use caution performing tasks that require alertness.
• Other side effects include stomach upset, headache, fatigue or sleep disturbances.
• These should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Notify your doctor you develop.

Usage Instructions

• Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs.
• This medication must be taken as prescribed.
• Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor as seizures may occur.
• It is important to take all doses on time to keep the level of medication in your blood constant.
• Do this by taking doses at the same time(s) each day.
• Do not skip doses.
• While taking this medication, lab tests may be done, especially in the first few months, to check if the drug is working properly.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include unusual eye movements, unsteadiness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, tremor, slurred speech, drowsiness, and loss of consciousness.