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Carbamazepine
Generic Name: CARBAMAZEPINE
DESCRIPTION Carbamazepine Tablets, carbamazepine USP, is an anticonvulsant and specific analgesic for trigeminal neuralgia, available for oral administration as tablets of 100 mg and 200 mg.
Data last updated: 30 March 2026 · Source: openFDA.gov, DailyMed (NLM/NIH)
Common Brand Names in India:
What is Carbamazepine Used For?
- Trivial aches or pains
- Partial seizures with complex symptomatology (psychomotor, temporal lobe).
How Does It Work?
Mechanism of Action Carbamazepine has demonstrated anticonvulsant properties in rats and mice with electrically and chemically induced seizures.
Dosage & Administration
- Because the extent to which this occurs with other liquid medications is not known, Carbamazepine suspension should not be administered simultaneously with other liquid medications or diluents.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects
Serious Side Effects (seek immediate medical attention)
Warnings & Precautions
- The risk of these events is estimated to be about 1 to 6 per 10,000 new users in countries with mainly Caucasian populations.
- However, the risk in some Asian countries is estimated to be about 10 times higher.
- If signs or symptoms suggest SJS/TEN, use of this drug should not be resumed and alternative therapy should be considered.
- SJS/TEN and HLA-B*1502 Allele Retrospective case-control studies have found that in patients of Chinese ancestry there is a strong association between the risk of developing SJS/TEN with carbamazepine treatment and the presence of an inherited variant of the HLA-B gene, HLA-B*1502.
- The occurrence of higher rates of these reactions in countries with higher frequencies of this allele suggests that the risk may be increased in allele-positive individuals of any ethnicity.
Who Should NOT Take This?
- CONTRAINDICATIONS Carbamazepine should not be used in patients with a history of previous bone marrow depression, hypersensitivity to the drug, or known sensitivity to any of the tricyclic compounds, such as amitriptyline, desipramine, imipramine, protriptyline, nortriptyline, etc.
- Likewise, on theoretical grounds its use with monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors is not recommended.
- Before administration of carbamazepine, MAO inhibitors should be discontinued for a minimum of 14 days, or longer if the clinical situation permits.
- Coadministration of carbamazepine and nefazodone may result in insufficient plasma concentrations of nefazodone and its active metabolite to achieve a therapeutic effect.
Drug Interactions
Carbamazepine may interact with the following medicines. Always inform your doctor about all medications you are taking.
Storage Instructions
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
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FAQS
Carbamazepine – Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carbamazepine, its uses, dosage and safety.
Carbamazepine is commonly prescribed in India for: Trivial aches or pains, Partial seizures with complex symptomatology (psychomotor, temporal lobe).. Always confirm the indication with a registered medical practitioner before starting any course.
Carbamazepine is sold in India under brand names such as Tegretol, Mazetol, Carbamazepine, Tegrital, Epitol, Carbatrol. You can also find it on online pharmacies like 1mg, Pharmeasy and Apollo Pharmacy.
Carbamazepine is a prescription-only (Schedule H) medicine in India. You will need a valid prescription from a registered MBBS / MD doctor to purchase it from a licensed pharmacy.
Common side effects of Carbamazepine can include: Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation, Headache, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue. Less common but serious side effects can include: Severe, Life-threatening, Fatal, Agranulocytosis, Aplastic. Stop the medicine and contact your doctor immediately if any of these appear.
Mechanism of Action Carbamazepine has demonstrated anticonvulsant properties in rats and mice with electrically and chemically induced seizures.
Carbamazepine can interact with: Thorazine, Mellaril, Carbamazepine, Human, Coadministration, Additional. Tell your doctor about every medicine, supplement and herbal product you take — including ayurvedic and homeopathy preparations — before starting Carbamazepine.
Indian guidelines often recommend lower starting doses of Carbamazepine for patients above 60-65, since kidney and liver function decline with age. A doctor should review the dose, especially if the patient already takes BP, sugar or heart medicines.
Pregnancy safety of Carbamazepine depends on the trimester and individual case. Indian gynaecologists usually avoid Category C/D drugs unless benefit clearly outweighs risk. Speak to your obstetrician before taking Carbamazepine during pregnancy or while planning conception.
Prices in India typically range from ₹30 – ₹500 per strip / vial depending on brand. Generic versions tend to cost 30-60% less than branded ones, and Jan Aushadhi outlets often stock the lowest-priced equivalents. Check 1mg or Pharmeasy for live MRP.
If you remember within a few hours of the missed dose, take it. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed one — never double up. Frequent missed doses reduce Carbamazepine's effectiveness, so consider setting a reminder or speaking to your doctor about a simpler schedule.
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