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Indications

Trileptal oral suspension is a medication that contains the active ingredient oxcarbazepine.

Trileptal is indicated for the treatment of partial seizures with or without secondarily generalized tonic-clonic seizures. It can be used as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy in adults and children aged 6 years and above.

Use and Dosage

Read the Medication Guide and Instructions for Use provided by your pharmacist before you start using oxcarbazepine and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Shake the bottle well before each dose. Carefully measure the dose using the oral measuring syringe provided. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. The medication may be swallowed directly from the oral syringe or mixed in a small glass of water. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Children’s dosage is also based on weight. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions (such as seizures) may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

Tell your doctor if your seizures worsen.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include skin rash, fever, swollen glands, flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Oxcarbazepine can reduce the sodium in your body to dangerously low levels, which can cause a life-threatening electrolyte imbalance. Call your doctor right away if you have nausea, lack of energy, confusion, feeling tired or irritable, severe weakness, muscle pain, or increased seizures.

Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor, such as mood or behavior changes, depression, anxiety, or if you feel agitated, hostile, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.

Common side effects of oxcarbazepine may include:

• Dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness
• Balance or coordination problems
• Nausea, vomiting
• Tremors or shaking
• Double vision
• Rash

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

• Before taking oxcarbazepine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to carbamazepine or eslicarbazepine; or to other anti-seizure medications (such as fosphenytoin, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, and mineral imbalance (low level of sodium in the blood).
• This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
• Younger children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially infections.
• During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. It may harm an unborn baby. However, since untreated seizures are a serious condition that can harm both a pregnant woman and her unborn baby, do not stop taking this medication unless directed by your doctor. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, discuss with your doctor right away the benefits and risks of using this medication during pregnancy. Since hormonal birth control may not work if taken with this medication (see also Drug Interactions section), discuss reliable forms of birth control with your doctor.
• This medication passes into breast milk but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Forms and Strengths

Trileptal Oral Suspension is available in the following forms and strengths:

• Trileptal Oral Suspension Solution:
  • 60 mg/mL

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.

Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

What should I avoid while taking oxcarbazepine?

Do not drink alcohol. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects and may increase the risk of seizures.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise, in hot weather, or by not drinking enough fluids. Follow your doctor’s instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink.

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how oxcarbazepine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-17984-3005/trileptal-oral/oxcarbazepine-suspension-oral/details
2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/oxcarbazepine.html#side-effects
3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2005/021014s013lbl.pdf