Devenda 500mg tablet

Expert Advice

1. Take this medicine with or without meals and stay hydrated.
2. Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly, gradually lower the dose, and then stop.
3. Contact prescriber if there is a change in mental status, aggression, depression, change in memory, change in gait, muscle cramps, weakness, tremors, unusual bleeding, seizures, skin rashes, or if there is worsening of the condition.
4. During therapy, patients must be watched for suicidal tendencies.

Primary Uses

Seizures

Indications

It is used in combination with other medications to treat partial seizures (brain disorder) with or without secondary generalization.

Side Effects

Patients using this medication may at times experience GI (stomach) upset, anorexia (loss of appetite), somnolence (feeling extremely sleepy or drowsy), accidental injuries, and asthenia (extreme physical weakness and lack of energy). If you experience any of these symptoms for a prolonged period of time, please consult your doctor.

FAQS

What are the uses of this medicine?

This medication is used for treatment of Epilepsy (seizures).

How to store this medicine?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

What is the response time of this medicine?

This medicine is rapidly and almost completely absorbed after oral administration. It reduces seizure frequency by about half in 20% to 40% of all people who take it.

Will this medicine make me sleepy?

Yes, this medicine makes you sleepy. Avoid driving or operating machines that require your concentration.

Will this medicine make me suicidal?

Anti- epileptics increase the risk of suicidal thoughts, patients must be watched for worsening of depression and mood changes.

What are the overdose symptoms of this medicine?

Overdose symptoms may include extreme drowsiness, agitation, aggression, shallow breathing, weakness, or fainting.

What should I avoid while taking this medicine?

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects and may also increase the risk of seizures.