Oxcarb

Oxcarb (Oxcarbazepine) is used alone and with other drugs to treat seizures. This drug drug that affects the nerves and brain. It works by decreasing impulses in nerves that cause seizures.

Take Oxcarb (Oxcarbazepine) exactly as directed by your physician. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or physician to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water. It can be taken with or without food.

Shake the suspension well before measuring a dose. It is important to take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. Do not stop taking it without first talking to your physician, even if you feel better. It is important to continue taking this medicine to prevent the seizures from recurring.

Stopping treatment suddenly may result in increased seizure frequency. If the medication needs to be stopped, your physician may need to lower the dosage gradually. Your physician may want you to have blood tests or other medical evaluations during treatment to monitor progress and side effects.

If you experience any of the following serious side effects when taking, seek emergency medical attention or consult your physician immediately:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
• symptoms of low blood sodium (nausea, general discomfort, headache, extreme drowsiness, or confusion);
• central nervous system effects (difficulty with concentration, speech, or language; excessive sleepiness or fatigue; a loss of coordination or trouble walking);
• double vision, nystagmus (back-and-forth movements of the eyes), blurred vision, or other visual disturbances; or
• increasing frequency or worsening of seizures.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Oxcarb (Oxcarbazepine) and talk to your physician if you experience

• headache;
• mild sleepiness or fatigue;
• nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain;
• tremor;
• dizziness;
• rash;
• diarrhea, constipation, or decreased appetite;
• weight gain; or
• dry mouth.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your physician about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Oxcarb (Oxcarbazepine) may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills. Use a second method of birth control to ensure protection from unintended pregnancy.

Carry or wear a medical identification tag to let others know that you are taking this medicine in the case of an emergency.

Before taking this medication, tell your physician if you have kidney disease or liver disease.

If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from this medicine.