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Felbamate (Oral)
Used alone or with other medicines to control seizures. Also given to children with a type of epilepsy called Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.Belongs to a class of drugs called anticonvulsants
Brand Names:
Felbatol
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to felbamate or to related medicines such as such as methocarbamol (Robaxin®) or meprobamate (Equagesic®). You should not use this medicine if you have ever had liver disease or blood disorders
Uses:
Tablet, Liquid
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Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
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May be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.
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Shake the oral liquid well before using. Carefully measure the dose using a measuring spoon or medicine cup.
If a dose is missed:
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Take your medicine as soon as you remember that you have missed your dose.
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You should not use two doses at the same time, unless directed by your doctor.
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If you miss two or more doses, call your doctor.
Storage:
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Keep this medicine in its original tightly closed container at room temperature, away from heat, direct light, and moisture. Do not freeze the oral liquid.
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Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
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Be sure that your doctor knows about all other medicines you are using to treat or prevent seizures.
Warnings:
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Felbamate has caused a few cases of a serious blood disorder called aplastic anemia and a few cases of liver failure. Talk to your doctor about these risks.
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you have liver or kidney disease or a history of blood problems.
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Because of the risk of increased seizures, do not suddenly stop taking this medicine without first checking with your doctor.
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This medicine may cause drowsiness. Be careful when driving or using dangerous machinery.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
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Fainting
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Fast or irregular heartbeat
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Loss of seizure control
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Skin rash, hives, or itching
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Swelling in face, throat, or lips
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Unusual bleeding or bruising
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Unusual tiredness or weakness
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Wheezing or trouble breathing
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Yellow eyes or skin
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Constipation
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Drowsiness or dizziness
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Fever
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Headache
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Loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting
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Trouble sleeping, nervousness
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