Uses of Epicure

Epilepsy/Seizures

Side effects of Epicure

Dizziness
Fatigue
Nausea
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Constipation
Irritation

How to use Epicure

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

How Epicure works

Epicure is an antiepileptic medication. It works by attaching itself to specific sites (SV2A) on the surfaces of nerve cells. This suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain and prevents the spread of electrical signals that cause seizures.

Quick Tips

Epicure should be taken 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 sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, kidney disease or drug abuse.
Do not stop using Epicure without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Epicure.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Epicure 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: Information regarding the use of Epicure during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Driving: Epicure may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Epicure is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Epicure is recommended.\nIt is not recommended in end-stage renal disease due to a lack of clinical trial data.
CAUTION – Liver: Epicure should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epicure may be needed. Please consult your doctor.