Carbamazipine

Were you looking for information about Carbamazepine? Carbamazipine is a common misspelling of carbamazepine.
 
People who suffer from bipolar disorder, epilepsy, or trigeminal neuralgia can often be treated with carbamazepine (Carbatrol®, Epitol®, Equetro®, Tegretol®). The prescription medication is available in several forms and is usually taken two to four times a day. 
 
Side effects of carbamazepine may include nausea, drowsiness, and dizziness. Seek immediate medical attention if you believe you have overdosed on this drug. Possible overdose symptoms include difficulty breathing, unusual body movements, and vomiting. Specific symptoms can vary, depending on how much carbamazepine was taken and if it was combined with other drugs.
 
(Click Carbamazepine for more information on how this medication works, guidelines for when and how to take it, and what to tell your healthcare provider before beginning treatment. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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