Epicent 50mg Tablet

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Epicent 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Epicent 50mg Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse. The most common side effects of this medicine include skin rashes, headache, feeling or being sick, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, and feeling sleepy or drowsy. Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression, or suicidal thoughts. Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

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Written by: Shaik Ashraf Ali, B.pharmacy

Reviewed by: Dr. Jay Faldu, MBBS

Last updated on: 28-10-2023

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Benefits of Epicent 50mg Tablet

Treatment and prevention of Epilepsy/Seizures

In Treatment and prevention of Epilepsy/Seizures Epicent 50mg Tablet is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side Effects of Epicent 50mg Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Slurred speech, Vertigo, Confusion, Nervousness, Constipation, Tremors, Altered walking']

Directions for Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Epicent 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it works

Epicent 50mg Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Epicent 50mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Epicent 50mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Epicent 50mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Driving

UNSAFE - Epicent 50mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION - Epicent 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Epicent 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Liver

CAUTION - Epicent 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epicent 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What If You Forget to take Epicent 50mg Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Epicent 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Storage Advice

Store below 30°C

Manufacturer Address

SCO-58, 59, Sector-17D Chandigarh-160017

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