Zenoxa OD 300 Tablet (Oxcarbazepine 300mg)

Zenoxa OD 300mg Tablet is an anticonvulsant which is used to control seizures. Take this medicine at the same time regularly. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without informing your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like seizures.Zenoxa OD 300 Tablet SR is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). However, it cannot cure epilepsy and will only work to prevent seizures for as long as you continue to take the medicine.

Zenoxa OD 300mg Tablet SR may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. It may be increased gradually. You can take this medicine with or without food but take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It usually takes a couple of weeks to work. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may trigger seizures and, if you stop, your condition may get worse. It should never be stopped suddenly.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, feeling dizzy, tired or drowsy, and unsteadiness. Most of these are not serious. Keep taking the medicine but talk to your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. However, if you notice a skin rash or redness, tell your doctor straight away. It could develop into a life-threatening skin condition called Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Long-term treatment with this medicine can cause osteoporosis (reduced bone mass) and increase your risk of breaking a bone. Anticonvulsants like this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If your mood becomes depressed, tell your doctor.

List of substitutes for Zenoxa OD-300 Tablet

Lovax-OD 300 Tablet

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Major & minor side effects for Zenoxa OD-300 Tablet

Changes in vision

Dizziness

Unsteady walk

Uncontrolled eye movements

Agitation

Confusion

Fast heartbeat

Headache

Swelling of ankles or feet

Weakness

Abdominal pain

Nausea or Vomiting

Constipation

Dry mouth

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What is it prescribed for?

Epilepsy

This medicine is used in the treatment of Epilepsy which is a brain disorder that causes repeated seizures. Uncontrolled jerking movements and loss of consciousness are some of the symptoms of Epilepsy.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use if you are known allergic to oxcarbazepine or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired effects is necessary.

General warnings

Suicidal tendencies

This medicine may cause suicidal behavior in some patients. This risk is especially higher on the prolonged usage of the medicine. Patients should be monitored closely for any changes in behavior and mood; any such changes should be reported to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Skin reactions

This medicine may cause severe skin reactions like stevens-johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis.Report to your doctor if any symptoms appear and discontinue the treatment as early as possible.

Withdrawal symptoms

This medicine may cause withdrawal symptoms if the usage is stopped abruptly. This risk is especially higher after prolonged usage of this medicine. The treatment should be withdrawn gradually under the close supervision of your doctor. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Impaired liver function

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver injury. Lowest possible doses should be initiated and increase the dose based on the patient’s response. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver injury.

Impaired kidney function

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Blood cell count

This medicine may cause agranulocytosis and leukopenia. Frequent monitoring of blood cell count is necessary. Any signs of low blood count should be reported to the doctor.

Low sodium levels

This medicine may lower the sodium levels in the body and may cause clinically significant hyponatremia (Sodium levels less than 125 mmol/L). Any signs and symptoms of low sodium levels, nausea, headache, weakness should be reported to the doctor.

Use in children

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 6 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Driving or operating machinery

This medicine may cause blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.

Interaction with Medicine

Amlodipine

Clopidogrel

Pantoprazole

Ethinyl Estradiol

Oxycodone

Disease interactions

Depression

This medicine should be given with caution in patients with depression and suicidal thoughts. Frequent monitoring of depression symptoms is necessary. Suitable alternative or appropriate dose adjustments might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver disease. Frequent monitoring of liver function tests is necessary. Suitable alternative or appropriate dose adjustments might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Take this medicine as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.