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Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Seizures. Other than this, Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet are Vertigo, Double Vision. Some other side effects of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet related warnings talks about Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Respiratory Depression, Liver Disease. The section on Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Phensobar. If you are pregnant, do not take Phensobar without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Phensobar can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Phensobar rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Phensobar on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet on the Heart?
Phensobar is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet
Using Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet
Taking Phensobar 50 /100 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Phensobar might help with severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Scientific evidence suggests that Phensobar in combination with other drugs (benzodiazepines) might help with severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take Phensobar by yourself without consulting a doctor.
No, Phensobar should not be taken with clonazepam. Taking these drugs together is more likely to increases the sedative (drowsiness) effect. Hence, you are advised to avoid taking them together.
Phensobar contains phenobarbitone which is a sedative & hypnotic agent. It is presumed that Phensobar works by suppressing the abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in the activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). It also induces drowsiness or sedation by depressing some parts of the brain such as sensory and motor cortex.
No, Phensobar should not be taken along with Xanax (alprazolam). Taking these drugs together is more likely to increase the side effects of both of these medicines such as increased sedation (drowsiness). Hence, you are advised to avoid taking them together.
Yes, Phensobar can cause constipation in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. The exact cause behind it is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
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