IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Table of Contents
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
Pronounced: (ox-kar-BAY-zih-peen)
Trileptal Oral Uses
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy). It may be used with other seizure medications as determined by your doctor.
Trileptal Oral How To Use
Shake the bottle well before each dose. Measure each dose carefully with the provided oral dosing syringe. Take this medication by mouth, usually twice daily, or as directed by your doctor. This drug may be taken with or without food. The suspension may be swallowed directly from the oral syringe or mixed in a small glass of water.
The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
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. Do not skip doses.
Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without your doctor's approval since seizures may reoccur.
Notify your doctor if seizure control worsens.
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