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How and Where to Buy Tegretol XR Online?
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Are There Alternative Names for the Brand and Generic Tegretol Controlled-Release?
Tegretol XR is also called Tegretol CR and is available from India, Turkey and Canada manufactured by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. The generic equivalent of Tegretol XR is Carbamazepine (extended release) also called Sandoz Carbamazepine CR manufactured by Sandoz.
What Dosages and Forms is Tegretol XR available in?
Tegretol is available as an extended release tablet in the dosage form of 200 mg. The generic equivalent of Tegretol (carbamazepine-extended release) is available as the tablet in the dosage form of 200 mg and 400 mg.
What is Tegretol XR used for?
Tegretol is indicated for reducing the number of seizures in epilepsy. It is also used for providing relief from the pain of trigeminal neuralgia and treatment of acute mania or bipolar disorder. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known
anti-epileptics which are used for treating epilepsy. If you have any questions about how Tegretol works or why this medicine has been prescribed to you, ask your healthcare professional.
What Are The Possible Side Effects of Tegretol XR?
Some of the side effects of this medication include purple or reddish bumps, trembling, uncontrolled movement of body, muscle spasm, loss of muscle coordination, weakness, agitation or hostility (especially in the elderly), depression, restlessness, nervousness, or other mood, mental changes, behavioral changes, confusion, headache, loss of memory, blurring of vision, double vision, itching with redness and swelling of the eye, uncontrolled movements of the eye, difficulty while speaking, taste disturbances, dry mouth, red and sore tongue, mouth sores, ringing or unexplained sounds in ears, decreased hearing, numbness, tingling in hands or feet, unusual secretion of breast milk, breast enlargement in men, sexual disturbances (erectile dysfunction), increased sensitivity of skin to sun, alterations in skin pigmentation, acne, increased sweating, reactivation of herpes virus infection, complete loss of nails, loss of hair, excessive body and facial hair, vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, sleepiness, unsteadiness, drowsiness, fatigue, weight gain, pain in joints and muscles. Tegretol can also lead to abnormal blood test results. These are not all the possible side effects of Tegretol. In case of any unexpected effect, consult your healthcare professional as soon as possible.
People with a certain gene (HLA-A*3101) may have a higher chance of severe allergic reactions with this Tegretol XR. Allergic reactions can be deadly. If you have questions, talk with the doctor.
Are there any Precautions and Drug interactions for Tegretol XR?
You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication. Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit since this can increase the effect of Tegretol. Tegretol can cause dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, blurred vision or double vision, affect your muscle coordination or alertness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking this medication until you are sure that you are not experiencing these symptoms.
Do not use Tegretol if you:
• Are allergic to carbamazepine or any other ingredients present in this medication
• Are allergic to other tricyclic medications like as amitriptyline, trimipramine, imipramine
• Have severe heart disease
• Have liver problems
• Have a history of bone marrow depression
• Have had serious blood illness on the past
• Have a disturbance in the production of a pigment called as porphyrin (a pigment important for liver function and blood formation)
• You are taking medicines to treat depression especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
• Are taking drugs such as itraconazole or voriconazole for treatment of infections
• This medication should not be used to relieve trivial pain in the face or headaches
Before taking Tegretol XR, inform your doctor if you:
• Have liver or kidney problems
• Have heart diseases
• Have thyroid problems
• Have blood disorders
• Have a history or family history of bone disease or have taken antiepileptic medications (such as phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, oxcarbazepine, lamotrigine, sodium valproate and/or carbamazepine) for a prolonged period of time
• Are taking delavirdine, a medicine used to treat HIV infection
• Have allergies or if you ever had any unusual sensitivity to oxcarbazepine or other drugs used to treat your condition
• Are allergic to Tegretol
• Are pregnant. Your doctor may recommend that you take folic acid supplements before and during your pregnancy and vitamin during the last weeks of pregnancy. Your doctor may also recommend that the newborn receive vitamin K and be observed for any liver or gallbladder problems.
• Are planning to become pregnant, then discuss the potential benefits against any potential hazards of Tegretol
• Are woman taking hormonal contraceptives (birth control medicines). Tegretol may cause these hormones to be ineffective. Hence, you should use an additional non-hormonal method of contraception while taking Tegretol to prevent an unwanted pregnancy.
• Experience irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting
• Are breastfeeding. This medication passes into your breast milk. You must discuss the benefits of breastfeeding against any possible risks to the baby. If you decide to breastfeed, the baby must be observed for liver and gallbladder problems, drowsiness and allergic skin reactions.
• Are taking any other prescription or over the counter medications
• Consume alcohol
• Have increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma
• Have difficulty passing urine (urinary retention)
• Suffer from mental problems, a mental disorder called psychosis that may be accompanied by confusion or agitation or have suicidal thoughts.
Drug interactions
It is important to tell your healthcare professional about all other medicines that you have taken recently including any kind of supplements and non-prescription drugs.
Medications that interact with Tegretol XR include
• Hormonal contraceptives (birth control medicines). Tegretol may cause these hormones to be ineffective.
• Cimetidine (an antacid)
• Danazol (used to treat an overgrowth of the uterus lining, breast pain)
• Diltiazem, verapamil (medications used to treat heartbeat problems)
• Erythromycin, troleandomycin, clarithromycin, doxycycline, rifabutin. (antibiotics)
• Fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, nefazodone (antidepressants)
• Loratadine, terfenadine (used to treat the allergic condition)
• Isoniazid (a medication used to treat tuberculosis)
• Niacinamide, nicotinamide
• Ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole (antifungal drugs)
• Valproate (a medication used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder)
• Alcohol
• Grapefruit Juice
• Analgesics and anti-inflammatory agents such as paracetamol, tramadol
• Anticoagulants such as warfarin, apixaban
• Antiepileptic drugs such as oxcarbazepine, topiramate
• Anti-cancer drugs such as imatinib, temsirolimus
• Antipsychotics such as clozapine, haloperidol
• Anti-viral medications such as indinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir
• Anti-anxiety medicines such as alprazolam, midazolam
• Anti-asthma drugs such as theophylline
• Corticosteroids such as prednisolone, dexamethasone
• Tadalafil (a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction)
• St. John’s Wort (a herbal supplement used to treat depression)
Tegretol XR Storage and Safety Information
Tegretol medication should be stored at room temperature, protected from humidity. Protect Tegretol suspension from light. It should be kept out of the reach and sight of children.
References:
1. https://www.novartis.ca/sites/www.novartis.ca/files/tegretol_patient_e.pdf
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