Epilepsy Articles A-Z
Tegretol is a prescription drug that is used to treat certain types of seizures and trigeminal neuralgia. This eMedTV page offers an in-depth look at the drug, including information on how it works, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Some Tegretol alternatives can include other seizure medications, surgery, or a special diet. This eMedTV Web page examines these alternatives in more detail and provides information on when your healthcare provider might recommend them.
If you are taking Tegretol and breastfeeding, you should be aware that the drug passes through breast milk. This eMedTV article offers a discussion on the safety of breastfeeding while taking Tegretol, including the manufacturer's recommendations.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, there are some things you can do if you are taking Tegretol and dry mouth occurs (such as drinking water often and avoiding caffeine). This page also discusses what to do if these suggestions don't help.
There are several side effects of Tegretol, and hair loss seems to be one of them. This eMedTV page explains why it is difficult to determine if hair loss is caused by Tegretol and discusses what to do if you notice this side effect while taking it.
Tegretol is considered a pregnancy Category D medication, meaning it may not be safe for pregnant women. This eMedTV segment discusses the results of studies on Tegretol and pregnancy, and describes the birth defects and problems the drug may cause.
This eMedTV article discusses the factors that will determine your Tegretol dosage, such as your age and weight. This resource also lists the recommended starting doses for treating epilepsy and trigeminal neuralgia in adults and children.
Antidepressants and hormone contraceptives are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Tegretol. This eMedTV page discusses several Tegretol drug interactions and describes the potentially negative problems that can occur as a result.
As this eMedTV page explains, a doctor may prescribe Tegretol in an "off-label" fashion to treat bipolar disorder, although it is not approved for this use. This page discusses the results of studies that used Tegretol for bipolar disorder treatment.
This selection from the eMedTV Web site discusses the possible symptoms of a Tegretol overdose. It also highlights some of the treatment options that are available if you happen to take too much of the medicine.
A few of the more common side effects of Tegretol include dizziness, nausea, and drowsiness. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at these and other possible side effects, including those that may require immediate medical attention.
Tegretol uses include treating certain types of seizures and trigeminal neuralgia. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses how the drug works, its uses in children, and several off-label Tegretol uses (such as treating dementia and migraines).
Tegretol Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV page explains that you should not take Tegretol if you are allergic to tricyclic antidepressants or if you have had bone marrow depression. Other Tegretol warnings and precautions to be aware of prior to taking the drug are also included.
The most common symptom of Tegretol withdrawal is seizures. This eMedTV resource discusses when withdrawal symptoms can occur and explains why it is not recommended that you stop taking Tegretol without your healthcare provider's approval.
Topamax is a medication that can be prescribed to treat epilepsy and to prevent migraines. This eMedTV Web page further describes Topamax, explains how the drug works, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Topamax and Binge Eating Disorder
In studies, Topamax was shown to be effective for treating binge eating disorder. This eMedTV Web page discusses Topamax and binge eating disorder in more detail, including an explanation of what binge eating is.