Carbamazepine 200 Austell 200 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 24 January 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Indicated for epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and trigeminal neuralgia.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: Start with 100-200 mg once or twice daily, increase to 400-1600 mg daily as needed.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Pregnant women
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Risk of malformations; avoid breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inducers/inhibitors
- MAOIs
- Hormonal contraceptives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to carbamazepine
- AV block
- Bone marrow depression
- Porphyria
- SJS/TEN history
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Skin reactions
Counselling Points
- Monitor for skin reactions
- Avoid alcohol
- Use alternative contraception
- Gradual withdrawal recommended
Serious warnings
- Agranulocytosis
- Aplastic anemia
- Severe skin reactions
- Suicidal ideation
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