Carbatrol Side Effects

Dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea are some of more common Carbatrol side effects. Those that occurred less frequently included hair loss, dry mouth, and blurred vision. In most cases, these side effects are minor and can easily be treated. However, you should notify your healthcare provider immediately if you develop more serious side effects of Carbatrol, such as unusual bleeding or bruising, hallucinations, or depression.

 

An Introduction to Carbatrol Side Effects

As with all medications, side effects are possible with Carbatrol® (carbamazepine). However, not everyone who takes the medication will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or are easily treated by you or your healthcare provider.
 
(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with Carbatrol. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of Carbatrol side effects with you.)
 

Common Side Effects of Carbatrol

Carbatrol has been studied thoroughly in clinical trials. In these studies, the side effects that occur in a group of people taking the drug are documented and then compared to the side effects that occur in another group of people not taking the medicine. As a result, it is possible to see what side effects occur, how often they appear, and how they compare to the group not taking the medicine.
 
In these clinical studies, the most common Carbatrol side effects included:
 
  • Unsteadiness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness.
     
Carbatrol has also been reported to interfere with some pregnancy tests.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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