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Carbamazepine- Drug Detail Profile

Category of DrugCarbamazepine is a  Anticonvulsants/Antiepileptics drug
Mechanism of Action 
Indications Carbamazepine is used for
1. Paral seizures with or without secondary
generalisation
2. Trigeminal Neuralgia
3. Bipolar Disorder.
Well Known
Pharmaceutical Brands
 
Available dosage forms 1. TABLETS
2. SYRUP
Dose 
Contraindications1. Atrioventricular conduction abnormalities
2. History of bone-marrow depression
3. Porphyria.
Precautions1. Hepatic impairment
2. Renal impairment
3. Cardiac disease
4. Skin reactions
5. History of blood disorders
6. Lactation
7. Avoid sudden withdrawal
8. Interactions
9. Pregnancy
Adverse Effects 1. Dizziness
2. Drowsiness
3. Headache
4. Ataxia
5. Blurred vision
6. Diplopia
7. gastrointestinal intolerance
Pregnancy Category D

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