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Carbacontin 400 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Trigeminal Neuralgia. Other than this, Carbacontin 400 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 Carbacontin 400 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Carbacontin 400 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Carbacontin 400 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Carbacontin 400 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Carbacontin 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Carbacontin 400 Tablet related warnings section.
Carbacontin 400 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Carbacontin 400 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Carbacontin 400 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Carbacontin 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Carbacontin 400 Tablet 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carbacontin 400 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Carbacontin 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Carbacontin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Carbacontin 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Carbacontin on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Carbacontin 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Carbacontin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Carbacontin 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Carbacontin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Carbacontin 400 Tablet on the Heart?
Carbacontin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carbacontin 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carbacontin 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Carbacontin 400 Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Carbacontin 400 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Carbacontin 400 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Carbacontin 400 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Carbacontin 400 Tablet
Taking Carbacontin 400 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carbacontin 400 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Carbacontin 400 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
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