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Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER

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Quick Facts

Chemical ClassIminostilbene Derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
Action ClassSodium channel modulators (AED)

About Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). However, it cannot cure epilepsy and will only work to prevent seizures for as long as you continue to take the medicine.Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. It may be increased gradually. You can take this medicine with or without food but take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It usually takes a couple of weeks to work. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may trigger seizures and, if you stop, your condition may get worse. It should never be stopped suddenly.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, feeling dizzy, tired or drowsy, unsteadiness, and low sodium levels in blood. Most of these are not serious. Keep taking the medicine but talk to your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. However, if you notice a skin rash or redness, tell your doctor straight away. It could develop into a life-threatening skin condition called Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Long-term treatment with this medicine can cause osteoporosis (reduced bone mass) and increase your risk of breaking a bone. Anticonvulsants like this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If your mood becomes depressed, tell your doctor.This medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before using it, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, kidney or liver disease, difficulty urinating, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Many other medicines can interfere with it and some should not be taken together so tell your doctor all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe. If you are pregnant, do not start or stop taking this medicine without asking your doctor. Drinking alcohol should be avoided as it can increase some of the side effects and can also increase your risk of seizures. You may need frequent blood tests to help your doctor make sure you are taking the right dose both before you start and while you are using it.

How It Works

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). However, it cannot cure epilepsy and will only work to prevent seizures for as long as you continue to take the medicine.Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. It may be increased gradually. You can take this medicine with or without food but take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It usually takes a couple of weeks to work. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may trigger seizures and, if you stop, your condition may get worse. It should never be stopped suddenly.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, feeling dizzy, tired or drowsy, unsteadiness, and low sodium levels in blood. Most of these are not serious. Keep taking the medicine but talk to your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. However, if you notice a skin rash or redness, tell your doctor straight away. It could develop into a life-threatening skin condition called Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Long-term treatment with this medicine can cause osteoporosis (reduced bone mass) and increase your risk of breaking a bone. Anticonvulsants like this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If your mood becomes depressed, tell your doctor.This medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before using it, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, kidney or liver disease, difficulty urinating, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Many other medicines can interfere with it and some should not be taken together so tell your doctor all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe. If you are pregnant, do not start or stop taking this medicine without asking your doctor. Drinking alcohol should be avoided as it can increase some of the side effects and can also increase your risk of seizures. You may need frequent blood tests to help your doctor make sure you are taking the right dose both before you start and while you are using it.

How to Use

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. Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

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Composition of Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER

Uses of Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER

Epilepsy/Seizures

Key Benefits of Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER

  • In Epilepsy/Seizures Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side Effects of Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
  • Tremors
  • Vertigo
  • Drowsiness
  • Abnormality of voluntary movements
  • Abnormal gait
  • Visual disturbance
  • Increased sodium level in blood

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER

Alcohol
UNSAFE

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.

Driving
UNSAFE

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may make you feel sleepy or dizzy, or may cause blurred vision, lack of muscle coordination, especially when starting treatment or increasing the dose. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney
CAUTION

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver
CAUTION

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Dose adjustment is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER affects weight and may cause weight gain. However, in some cases, weight loss has also been reported. Consult a dietician and follow a diet plan to maintain your weight.

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER has fewer side effects as compared to carbamazepine. Moreover, Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER can be started with a clinically effective dose as against carbamazepine which may require frequent visits to the doctor before an effective dose can be decided based on the patient’s response to the treatment.

You should pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behaviour, thoughts or feelings. Be aware of common warning signs that might be a signal for risk of suicide. Some of these include talking or thinking about hurting yourself or ending your life, withdrawing from friends and family, becoming depressed or worsening your depression. Keep your appointment with your doctor on schedule, do not miss. Stay connected with the doctor even between visits.

Take Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER exactly as directed by your doctor. It is recommended that you take it twice every day, unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER can be taken with or without food. Take your medicine at the same time each day to gain maximum benefit. It will also help you remember when to take it.

You should take your medicine for the time and duration prescribed by your doctor. Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER helps to control your epilepsy but does not cure it. You must take this medicine every day, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER or lower the dose yourself. Stopping your medicine suddenly or lowering the dose may cause seizures. Consult your doctor who may reduce the dose gradually before stopping it completely.

Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER is not know to affect fertility in males or females. However, talk to your doctor if you are facing fertility issues while taking this medicine.

Yes, Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER causes hair loss as a common side effect. However, it does not affect everyone. If there is substantial hair loss, consult your doctor.

You should not take Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER if you are allergic to Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER, eslicarbazepine or to any of their components. Also, pregnant women and women who take birth control pills should avoid Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER. Along with that, people having severe liver or kidney disease and people with a psychiatric disorder should avoid taking Lovax OD 600 Tablet ER.

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