It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Ethosuximide solution before taking it.
What is Ethosuximide solution
Controlling a certain type of seizures. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Ethosuximide solution is an anticonvulsant. It acts in the brain to reduce the number of seizures.
Important safety information:
Ethosuximide solution may cause drowsiness or dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Ethosuximide solution with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or change your dose without checking with your doctor.
Check with your doctor before you drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness while you are using Ethosuximide solution; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
Ethosuximide solution may cause swelling and tenderness of your gums. Proper dental care is important while taking Ethosuximide solution. Brush and floss your teeth on a regular schedule and have regular dental checkups.
Patients who take Ethosuximide solution may be at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions. The risk may be greater in patients who have had suicidal thoughts or actions in the past. Watch patients who take Ethosuximide solution closely. Contact the doctor at once if new, worsened, or sudden symptoms such as depressed mood; anxious, restless, or irritable behavior; panic attacks; or any unusual change in mood or behavior occur. Contact the doctor right away if any signs of suicidal thoughts or actions occur.
Serious and sometimes fatal rashes have been reported with the use of Ethosuximide solution. Most of these developed within the first 28 days after starting treatment. However, they may occur at any time during treatment. Contact your doctor at once if you develop rash symptoms, including red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin.
Lab tests, including complete blood cell counts, liver function, and kidney function tests, may be performed while you use Ethosuximide solution. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Ethosuximide solution should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 3 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Ethosuximide solution while you are pregnant. Ethosuximide solution is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Ethosuximide solution, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Ethosuximide solution side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Diarrhea; dizziness or light-headedness; drowsiness; headache; hiccups; loss of appetite; mild stomach pain; nausea; stomach upset or cramps; tiredness; vomiting; weight loss.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; sores in your mouth); decreased coordination; decreased urination; hallucinations; lupus symptoms (eg, butterfly-shaped rash on the face, chest pain, joint pain or swelling, muscle pain); new or worsening mood, mental, or behavior changes (eg, depression); new or worsening seizures; nightmares; red or purple spots on your body; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; signs of infection (eg, fever, chills, sore throat); suicidal thoughts or attempts; swollen lymph nodes; symptoms of liver problems (eg, dark urine, pale stools, persistent loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellowing or the skin or eyes); trouble concentrating; trouble sleeping; unsteadiness when walking; unusual bruising or bleeding (eg, bleeding gums, nosebleeds); unusual tiredness or weakness.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Can Ethosuximide solution be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Ethosuximide solution?
Use Ethosuximide solution as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ethosuximide solution comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Ethosuximide solution refilled.
Take Ethosuximide solution by mouth with or without food.
Do not change the dose of Ethosuximide solution or stop this or other medicines without checking with your doctor. If this needs to be done, it should be done slowly as directed by your doctor. Suddenly stopping Ethosuximide solution may increase the risk of seizures.
Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
Taking Ethosuximide solution at the same time each day will help you remember to take it. Take Ethosuximide solution on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it.
Continue to take Ethosuximide solution even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Ethosuximide solution, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for you next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ethosuximide solution.
Who should not take Ethosuximide solution?
Some medical conditions may interact with Ethosuximide solution. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are able to become pregnant
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have liver or kidney disease, lupus, or the blood disorder porphyria
if you have a history of mood or mental problems, or suicidal thoughts or attempts
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Ethosuximide solution. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Ethosuximide solution
Valproic acid because it may affect the amount of Ethosuximide solution in your blood
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ethosuximide solution may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Ethosuximide solution be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Ethosuximide solution be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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