Introduction

Uses of Trileptal

Epilepsy/Seizures

Side effects of Trileptal

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Double vision
Fatigue
Dizziness
Impaired coordination
Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
Tremor
Abnormal vision
Altered walking
Sleepiness

How to use Trileptal

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. Trileptal may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Trileptal works

Trileptal is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

What if you forget to take Trileptal?

If you miss a dose of Trileptal, 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.

Quick Tips

Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
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.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Trileptal may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Trileptal 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Trileptal is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.\nBaby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.
UNSAFE – Driving: Trileptal may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.\nTrileptal 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.
CAUTION – Kidney: Trileptal should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Trileptal may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Trileptal should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Trileptal may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nDose adjustment is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.