Product Description
Tegral Tablet belongs to the anticonvulsants class that is used to control seizures by reducing abnormal brain activity.
Tegral Tablet Formula
Tegral Tablet contains Carbamazepine which belongs to the class of medicines known as anticonvulsants.
Tegral Tablet Uses
Seizures, epilepsy, bipolar disorder, etc can happen to anyone. They can affect your sleep and daily activities. Well, in that case, the Tegral Tablet can help you lessen the symptoms.
Tegral Tablet is an anti-epileptic and anticonvulsant and many doctors prescribe it in cases of epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It works by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Common uses of this medicine are:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Bipolar Disorder
- Management of Neuropathic Pain
- Nerve Pain i.e. Trigeminal Neuralgia
Doctors usually prescribe the drug to those who have any focal (partial) onset seizures and generalized onset seizure issues.
Tegral Tablet Alternatives
There are alternatives to this drug present in the market, such as Gabapentin, Teril 200 mg, Seizunil Tablet 200 mg, etc.
Medicinal Forms
- Tablet
- Modified-Release Tablet
- Oral Suspension
- Oral Solution
Dosage and Administration
- Doctors recommend taking 200 mg tablets twice a day for adults and children over 12 years of age to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder.
- It is recommended to take tablets once a day to treat trigeminal neuralgia.
- For pediatric dosage and to use other forms of medicine, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
- The maximum dosage of the Tegral Tablet is 1000 mg per day.
- Take the medicine with a meal to avoid any unwanted symptoms.
- Do not take grapefruit and grapefruit juice after this medicine as they can increase the side effects of the medicine.
- Avoid crushing or chewing the tablet; instead, swallow it whole along with some water.
- If you miss a dose of Tegral Tablet, then take the dose as early as possible. But if it is almost the time of the next dose, then skip the previous one and take the next one. And follow the regular dosing schedule.
- Follow the dosing instructions as advised by your doctor.
Tegral Tablet Side Effects
Some of the commonly occurring effects after taking Tegral tablet are as follows:
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Double Vision
Risks and Warnings
There are some circumstances under which the use of medicine can be alarming. So before using the medicine, know its risks and warnings. Some of the risks and warnings associated with it are:
Mothers who are pregnant or breastfeeding their babies should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. It can harm your baby’s health. So, it is advised to consult a healthcare provider before taking any drugs.
Tegral Tablets usually cause drowsiness, dizziness, and sedation. Hence, do not operate vehicles or machinery when taking Tegral Tablet. Driving while you are on any sedative drug may cause accidents.
- Allergic to Tegral Tablet
If you’re allergic to Tegral Tablet or any other drug like Tegral, do not take it. It can lead to a life-threatening condition. Moreover, it is better to inform your doctor about any allergies you may have.
Drug Interactions
When you take more than two drugs together, they can cause a reaction in the body. Sometimes the reaction is not obvious. But sometimes, it can cause adverse reactions. Therefore, it is better to consult your doctor before taking other medicines along with Tegral Tablet.
It may interact with the following drugs:
- Omeprazole
- Neurontin
- Lisinopril
- Baclofen
- Prozac
- Xanax (Alprazolam)
- Vitamin D3
It is better to give a complete history of your allergies and medical conditions to your healthcare provider to avoid any drug interactions. It is advised not to stop taking the medicine on your own. Rather, inform your doctor and they can make the necessary changes.
Overdose of Tegral Tablet
In case of overdose, it is important to reverse the overdosage effects of Tegral Tablet and treat life-threatening symptoms. It is better to consult a doctor as early as possible in case of overdosage of the drug.
Some of the symptoms of an overdose of Tegral Tablet are:
- Slowed Breathing
- Loss of Consciousness
- Muscle Twitching
- Uncontrolled Movements
- Very Fast Heartbeat
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, and avoid refrigerating it
- Store it at room temperature (20–25 °C)
- Keep it away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture
- Keep it away from children and pets
- Do not use the medicine once it has passed its expiration date
- It is a prescription drug and it should be stored accordingly to prevent unauthorized access
