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Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR

Carbamazepine (300mg)

₹35.00 ₹35.271% Off


Product Code: 164626
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Crescent Therapeutics Ltd
Constituents

Carbamazepine (300mg)

Usage of Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR

Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures and trigeminal neuralgia.

Possible Side-effects

Common
  • Skin rash
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Coordination impaired
  • Decreased white blood cell count

Unit

10 tablet cr in 1 strip

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How to use Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Related Warnings

Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR can make you feel dizzy or drowsy especially at the start of treatment. If you are affected in this way, or if your eyesight is affected, you should not drive.

Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR helps in the treatment and prevention of seizures.
  • It may also be used to help prevent nerve pain.
  • Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR should be taken at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.
  • It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Zigma 300 mg Tablet CR, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • It may increase the risk of low sodium levels in the blood. Inform your doctor if you develop difficulty concentrating, memory problems, confusion, weakness, and unsteadiness.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Is Zigma /Tegretol / Zeptol safe?

Zigma is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Zigma a controlled drug/ an opiate?

No. Zigma is not a controlled drug or an opiate

Q. Is Zigma an enzyme inducer?

Yes. It is an enzyme inducer. Please check with your doctor if you are taking other medications, which may get altered when taken together

Q. Is Zigma an antidepressant/ MAOI/ benzodiazepine?

Zigma is an antidepressant. It is not an MAOI or benzodiazepine

Q. Can I take paracetamol/ Tylenol/ tramadol/ ibuprofen/ Advil/ amoxicillin/ codeine/ Nyquil/naproxen/ oral contraceptives with carbamazepine?

All the above mentioned drugs may interact with carbamazepine. Please consult with your doctor before taking this medication. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Q. Does Zigma cause weight loss or weight gain/ hyponatremia/ help anxiety/depression/ gingival hyperplasia make you tired/ cause high blood pressure?

Zigma causing the above mentioned side effects are commonly or rarely observed. It is not known to cause gingival hyperplasia and high blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.Show moreShow less

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