Methsuximide oral
METHSUXIMIDE - ORAL
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
METHSUXIMIDE - ORAL
(meth-SUX-eh-mide)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Celontin
USES: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders.
HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Take this medication as prescribed. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor as seizures may occur. It is important to take all doses on time to keep the level of medication in your blood constant. Do this by taking doses at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. While taking this medication, lab tests may be done, especially in the first few months, to check if the drug is working properly.
SIDE EFFECTS: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution performing tasks that require alertness. Other side effects include stomach upset, loss of appetite, headache, or hiccups. These should subside as your body adjusts to the medication. Notify your doctor if you develop: seizures, vomiting, weak- ness, blurred vision, joint pain, unusual bleeding or bruising, depression, skin rash, swollen glands, itching, sore throat, fever. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: kidney problems, liver problems, blood abnormalities, allergies (especially drug allergies). Use caution when drinking alcoholic beverages or taking over-the-counter sleeping pills or antihistamines (medication for colds or allergies). These substances can add to the drowsiness caused by methsuximide. Before you take methsuximide, tell your doctor if your are pregnant (or think that you may be pregnant) or breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: other anti- seizure medication (e.g., phenytoin, primidone, valproic acid). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting.
NOTES: It is recommended to wear or carry medication identification indicating you are taking this drug.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
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