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Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant drug used to treat trigeminal neuralgia and some types of seizures seen in epilepsy. This reduces abnormal electrical activity between your brain and nerve cells by blocking sodium currents. It is used for partial and generalized tonic-clonic seizures.

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Is it safe to continue seizure medicines during pregnancy?

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How to control seizures in a cerebral palsy patient?

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How can I manage my atonic drop seizures despite treatment?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Both Tegretol (Carbamazepine) and Levetiracetam can help against atonic attacks too.

Can a stable 56-year-old male stop bipolar meds safely?

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What are the pregnancy risks for women on epilepsy medicines?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Yes, it can affect the baby if the seizure is uncontrolled and the frequency of seizures increases during pregnancy.

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Can epilepsy and seizure medications affect my fertility?

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Do seizure medications cause irregular periods?

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Does taking 600 mg of tablet Tegretol instead of 200 mg considered overdose?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.You do not need to worry about it. Since more than 12 hours have passed after taking 600 mg of tablet Tegretol (Carbamazepine), I do not think there is any risk of poisoning. Even at 600 mg, the drug is safe.Kindly take plenty of water and avoid taking an overdose in the future.Best wishes.

Can I get pregnant even on implant contraceptive while taking Carbamazepine?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Why did you take Carbamezepine? Do you have epilepsy?

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