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Barbee is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Barbee also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Barbee is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Barbee include Vertigo. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Barbee can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Barbee normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Barbee's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Barbee related warnings talks about Barbee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Barbee is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Respiratory Depression, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Barbee contraindications section.
Besides this, Barbee may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Barbee is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Barbee is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Barbee safe for pregnant women?
Barbee can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Barbee right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Barbee safe during breastfeeding?
Barbee should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Barbee on the Kidneys?
Barbee rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Barbee on the Liver?
Side effects of Barbee rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Barbee on the Heart?
Barbee may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Barbee should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Barbee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Barbee habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Barbee. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Barbee. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Barbee only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Barbee is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Barbee
Taking Barbee with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Barbee
Consumption of alcohol and Barbee together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Barbee 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.
Yes, Barbee can help with anxiety or tension because it can induce sleep but it is generally not preferred for the treatment of anxiety due to its side effects.
No, Barbee 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, Barbee might help with severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Scientific evidence suggests that Barbee 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 Barbee by yourself without consulting a doctor.
Yes, Barbee 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 85-87