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Zefretol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zefretol. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zefretol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zefretol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Zefretol's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Zefretol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zefretol related warnings section.
Zefretol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zefretol in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Depression. Other contraindications of Zefretol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Zefretol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zefretol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zefretol is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Is the use of Zefretol safe for pregnant women?
Zefretol can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zefretol, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zefretol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zefretol. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zefretol on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Zefretol. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zefretol on the Liver?
Side effects of Zefretol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zefretol on the Heart?
Zefretol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Zefretol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zefretol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zefretol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zefretol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zefretol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zefretol can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zefretol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zefretol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zefretol
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Zefretol together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefretol
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zefretol with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aptiom® (eslicarbazepine acetate)