Epcon 1 Mg Tablet

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Epcon 1 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Epcon 1 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Epcon 1 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Doses may increase up to 1 mg, TID. Dose range: 2 - 8 mg/day
Geriatric
  • Disease: Insomnia
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: At bedtime
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Maintenance dosage of 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Maintenance dosage of 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg/day

Epcon 1 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Epcon 1 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Epcon may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Epcon again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Epcon 1 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Epcon. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Epcon 1 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Epcon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Epcon 1 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    Side effects of Epcon rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Epcon 1 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    Using Epcon does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Epcon 1 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epcon 1 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Epcon 1 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Epcon 1 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    You may get addicted to Epcon 1 Mg Tablet. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Epcon 1 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Epcon 1 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, Epcon 1 Mg Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.

    Yes

Epcon 1 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Epcon 1 Mg Tablet


    Taking Epcon 1 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Epcon 1 Mg Tablet


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Epcon 1 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Epcon 1 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Epcon cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Epcon does not cause low blood pressure at regular doses. However, it may cause low blood pressure if it is taken in higher doses. If you are experiencing low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Epcon cause dry mouth?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Epcon causes dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Epcon cause suicidal and self-inflicting thoughts?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Epcon has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay. 

Question over 5 years ago

Does Epcon cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Epcon causes erectile dysfunction because of its effects on endocrine gland. If you experience erectile dysfunction after taking it, do not stop the drug without consulting your doctor. Discuss with your doctor, he/she will provide you solutions or prescribe alternative medicines.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Epcon cause low heart rate?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, it can lower the heart rate but this occurs rarely. The exact cause behind this is unknown. If you are experiencing low heart rate after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay. 


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Klonopin (clonazepam)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 418

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 330-332

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