ZARONTIN (ETHOSUXIMIDE)

Zarontin Information

Brand name for ethosuximide, Zarontin is a potent member of the anticonvulsant group of drugs. Zarontin is well known for controlling seizures. By slowing down the impulses causing seizure present in the human brain, Zarontin keeps seizures under control. Zarontin is popular amongst physicians for the treatment of absence or "petit mal" seizures. The multi functionalities of this wonder drug spreads to the treatment of epilepsy. Though Zarontin doesn’t treat epilepsy directly, it helps epilepsy patients by controlling specific seizures. This drug functions directly on the central nervous system (CNS) to slice down the number and effects of seizures. Available in different dosage forms, this drug can also be used by doctors as a complimentary drug in the treatment of other disorders.

Zarontin Warnings

The first thing that you need to do before taking in Zarontin is to inform the doctor if you are already suffering from the following disorders:

• Liver disease;
• Blood disease;
• Intermittent Porphyria;
• Severe Kidney disease.
  

Inform the doctor if are allergic to anticonvulsant medicines. There is also a word of caution for pregnant women. Zarontin is known to cause serious birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Reports are available on animal, and not human beings to justify this, however. Researchers are still in the dark as to whether Zarontin passes into breast milk or not. However, it is recommended to consult a doctor before taking this drug during pregnancy or breast-feeding stage.

Side effects of Zarontin are similar in adults and children. Zarontin is not yet studid on aged people. Zarontin may not work in harmony with every other drug. Inform your doctor if you are already taking any of the following drugs:

• Dilantin
• Mesantoin
• Peganone
• Depakote
• Depakene

Apart from these, doctors need to take special care while prescribing Zarontin to patients already under Central nervous system (CNS) depressant medication.

Zarontin Side Effects

There is no denying the fact that Zarontin is a potent drug and is time tested. But intake of this drug is followed by a host of side effects with varying degrees. Serious side effects of Zarontin include symptoms like breathing trouble, closed throat, swollen lips, tongue, or face, hallucinations or agitation.

Users of Zarontin very often experience side effects like skin rash, muscle cramp, itching, swollen glands, sore throat and fever, altered vision, sudden bleeding, tender gums. Among the less serious side effects of Zarontin, vomiting, stomach upset, constipation, drowsiness, growth of facial hair, headache, lack of sleep and swollen breasts are common and notable.

Rare side effects of Zarontin includes hostile attitude, lack of concentration, depression, nightmares, sudden severing, shortness of breath, sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth, excessive fatigue, uneasiness in chest.

Zarontin Overdose

So far no serious cases of Zarontin overdose with life threatening consequences have been reported. But it is not at all wise to take in overdose as anything may happen anytime. Zarontin overdose is normally seen to have featured through symptoms like logical confusion, drowsiness, unsteady balance, faltered speech, stumbling or staggering walk, unconsciousness, vomiting, tremor, low blood pressure, and slow breathing.

Missed dose of Zarontin may not be harmful, but it is always a good practice to take drugs on time. However if you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for the next dose, then simply leave the missed dose and go for the regular one. Avoid taking double dose in all ways.

Zarontin Usage Guidelines

Rely and follow your doctor for usage guidelines. Normally Zarontin is taken with a full glass of water. Also in order to avoid or reduce stomach upset, you can take in Zarontin with food. If you are prescribed the liquid form of the drug, always use a measuring spoon to measure the correct dose. You will also do better to wear a medical identification tag in order to let others know that you are currently taking this drug in case of an emergency.

Cut down your alcohol drinking habits as this can result in too much of sleep. Also take caution while driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities as it may cause drowsiness. Don’t ignore if your doctor prescribes some diagnostic tests for better understanding of your physical state. Also don’t stop taking the drug all of a sudden, until instructed otherwise by your attending doctor.

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