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Trileptal ( oks-kar-BAZ-e-peen) is used to control some types of seizures in the treatment of epilepsy. Trileptal cannot cure epilepsy and will only work to control seizures for as long as you continue to take it. Trileptal is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form Oral Suspension (U.S.) Tablets (U.S.)
Trileptal is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat certain types of seizures in people who have epilepsy. Trileptal is in a class of medications called anticonvulsants. It works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain. Trileptal comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 12 hours (twice a day). , with or without food. Take Trileptal at around the same times every day.Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Trileptal exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Shake the suspension well right before each use to mix the medication evenly. Use the oral dosing syringe that came with the medication to withdraw the right amount of suspension from the bottle. You can swallow the suspension straight from the syringe, or you can mix it with a small glass of water and swallow the mixture. Wash the syringe with warm water and allow it to dry thoroughly after use. Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of Trileptal and gradually increase your dose, not more often than once every three days. If you were taking another medication to treat your seizures and are switching to Trileptal, your doctor may gradually decrease your dose of the other medication while increasing your dose of Trileptal. Follow these directions carefully and ask your doctor if you are not sure how much medication you should take. Trileptal may help control your seizures but will not cure your condition. Continue to take Trileptal even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Trileptal without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Trileptal, your seizures may get worse. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually. Brand names: - Oxcarbazepine - Trileptal |