Trileptol

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Trileptal^® (oxcarbazepine) is a drug that is approved to control partial seizures in people with epilepsy. While it is not exactly known how the drug works, it is possible that it works by blocking sodium channels in the brain. Trileptal comes in the form of a tablet that is taken twice a day.

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with Trileptal. Some of the more common side effects include dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. Among the conditions that you should let your healthcare provider know about prior to taking Trileptal are anemia or other blood disorders and any allergies you may have (including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives).

(For more information, click Trileptal to read the full eMedTV article. Topics discussed in this article include the uses, dosing, and possible side effects of this drug.)