Tegretol - Carbamazepine Suspension - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Tegretol.
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Tegretol Miscellaneous Notes

• It is recommended you wear or carry identification that shows you are using this drug.
• Do not share this medication with others.

Tegretol Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Do not freeze.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose.
• Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
• Call your doctor if you miss more than one dose daily.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use including.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This drug may also be used for emotional/mental conditions, in certain substance abuse rehabilitation programs, and has other uses as well.

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).

Possible Side Effects

• May cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision.
• Other side effects include stomach upset, loss of appetite, dry mouth, mood changes, changes in vision, muscle aches, and restlessness.
• These should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
• To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use a saliva substitute.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Usage Instructions

• Shake well before taking each dose.
• May take with food to prevent stomach upset.
• Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not increase the dose or stop taking this drug suddenly without first consulting your doctor.
• For seizure control, it is important to take all doses on time to keep the level of medication in your blood constant.
• Take doses at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
• Separate doses of this drug from other liquid medicines by at least 2 hours.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat seizure disorders and certain types of nerve pain.

Read Before Using Tegretol (precautions)

• Before using this drug tell your doctor your medical history especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, deep sleep, tremor, rapid eye movements, fast heartbeat, muscle twitching, large pupils, fainting, and irregular breathing.

Warning

• This drug has rarely caused blood disorders (aplastic anemia, agranulocytosis).
• Promptly notify your doctor if you experience sore throat, fever, unusual weakness or fatigue, unusual bleeding or bruising.
• You will be monitored to minimize the possibility of these symptoms occurring.