Primelox 50mg Tablet

Primelox 50mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called barbiturates. It is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). They also have hypnotic properties. This means, they slow down the activity of the brain and can make you feel sleepy or dizzy.

Primelox 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it may be habit-forming with long-term use. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, vertigo, low energy, impaired coordination, visual disturbance, and headache. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Remember to consult your doctor if you notice severe rashes, especially accompanied by fever after taking this medicine. It should be noted that long- term use of this medicine can cause pain in joints also.

• Epilepsy/Seizures

Epilepsy/Seizures
Primelox 50mg Tablet slows down electrical signals in the brain that cause seizures (fits). It can also help reduce symptoms of seizures, such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. This medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. Therefore, do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Epiad

• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Vertigo
• Low energy
• Impaired coordination
• Visual impairment
• Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
• Headache
• Dizziness

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. Primelox 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Primelox 50mg Tablet is a barbiturate. It controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

• 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:

  • Take a healthy diet along with regular exercise.
  • Practice yoga every day.
  • Get enough sleep at nighttime.
  • Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/ laptop.
  • Take your medication on time.

• It makes you feel dizzy and drowsy. Avoid driving and activity requiring mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

• Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of blood cells in your blood while taking this medication.

• Inform your doctor if you notice mood changes and suicidal thoughts while taking Primelox 50mg Tablet.

• Do not stop taking the medication suddenly, as it can reverse the seizures.

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