Oleptal DT 150 mg 15 Tablet

Prescription status:

Prescription required

Manufacturer Name: 

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Drug classification: 

Anticonvulsant

What is this used for:

• Epilepsy

When to not take this medicine:

• Hypersensitivity or allergy towards oxcarbazepine or any other active ingredients present along with it.

How should I take the medicine:

Take this medicine as directed by the physician. Do not take this medicine in small or larger amounts than recommended.

How this medicine works:

This medicine works by reducing nerve impulses which may cause seizures.

Side effects

• Skin rash (Unknown)
• Fever (Unknown)
• Swollen glands (Unknown)
• Yellowing of skin and eyes (Unknown)
• Unusual bleeding (Unknown)
• Cough (Unknown)
• Crying (Unknown)
• Depression (Unknown)
• Sore throat (Unknown)
• Sneezing (Unknown)
• Headache (Unknown)
• Memory loss (Unknown)

Pregnancy warning: Category C

Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant the use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

Lactation warning:

Use of this medicine is not recommended for lactating and breastfeeding mothers. However, it is necessary to inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Renal dose adjustments:

Care must be taken for individuals with kidney disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative on the basis of creatinine clearance values.

Hepatic dose adjustments:

Care must be taken for individuals with liver disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative.

Drug interactions:

• Diphenhydramine - Moderate

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. When these medicines are taken or used together, may increase the blood levels and effects of diphenhydramine. If you experience any signs or feel uneasy then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.

• Fluoxetine - Major

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. When these medicines are taken or used together, can increase the risk of a rare but serious condition called the serotonin syndrome, which may include symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate If you experience any signs and symptoms like fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, then inform to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.

• Alprazolam- Moderate

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. When these medicines are taken or used together may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating If you experience any signs and symptoms like impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.

• Midazolam-Moderate

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicine. When these medicines are taken or used together, the blood levels and its effects of midazolam maybe reduced. If you experience any unusual signs and symptoms then inform your doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.

Alcohol interactions:

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving/taking this medicine as it may cause interactions and lead to serious adverse effects and may worsen the health condition.

Food interactions: N/A.

Expert Advice:

1. This medicine may be taken with or without food. However, your doctor may decide when to take this medication based on your clinical condition.
2. Children younger than 18 years of age should not take this medication as the safety and efficacy of this medication are not clinically established.
3. It is recommended that not to perform any activities like driving or operating machinery as this medicine may give sedation or dizziness.
4. Report any unusual signs and symptoms experienced immediately to the doctor.
5. This medicine may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts with either depressive or psychiatric disorders. Patient’s caretakers should be well educated on the signs and symptoms of depression.
6. It is recommended to inform your doctor about taking or have taken other medicines for depression within the last 14 days.

Missed dose instructions:

Take this medicine as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost the for your next dose skip the dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose Instructions:

Seek emergency treatment or contact your physician in case if you experience any unusual signs and symptoms during the treatment with this medicine.

Storage Instructions:

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. 

Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture.

References:

1. DailyMed - TRILEPTAL- oxcarbazepine tablet, film coatedTRILEPTAL- oxcarbazepine suspension [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 16 October 2020]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/lookup.cfm?setid=4c5c86c8-ab7f-4fcf-bc1b-5a0b1fd0691b

2.. [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2020 [cited 16 October 2020]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/021014s036lbl.pdf

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