Bio-Carbamazepine 200 200 mg Tablets.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 7 November 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Epilepsy and trigeminal neuralgia.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 200 mg twice daily, increase as needed. Max 1600 mg/day. Children: 10-20 mg/kg/day, max 1000 mg.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to risks of malformations and adverse effects.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inducers/inhibitors
- MAO inhibitors
- Hormonal contraceptives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to carbamazepine
- History of bone marrow depression
- Atrioventricular block
- Porphyria
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Allergic skin reactions
Counselling Points
- Monitor for skin reactions
- Avoid alcohol
- Use effective contraception
Serious warnings
- Risk of SJS/TEN
- Agranulocytosis
- Suicidal ideation
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