Zonisade
Zonisade 150ML of 100MG/5ML
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What is Zonisade?
Zonisamide, sold under the brand name Zonisade among others, is an anticonvulsant medication primarily used to treat epilepsy. It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and can be used alone or in combination with other antiepileptic drugs. Zonisamide is known for its once-daily dosing and is generally well-tolerated, though monitoring for potential side effects such as cognitive impairment or skin rash is recommended.Side Effects
- Depression, unusual changes in moods or behavior, thoughts of hurting yourself or others
- Painful or difficult urination, bloody urine, change in how much you urinate, sudden and severe back or stomach pain
- Swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in neck, armpit, or groin
Warnings
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely. Your seizures may increase if you stop taking this medicine suddenly.
- This medicine may make you sweat less and cause your body temperature to increase. Use caution when you exercise or if you are outside in hot weather.
- Drink extra fluids so you will urinate more often and help prevent kidney problems.
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- Depression, unusual changes in moods or behavior, thoughts of hurting yourself or others
- Painful or difficult urination, bloody urine, change in how much you urinate, sudden and severe back or stomach pain
- Swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in neck, armpit, or groin
- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Sore throat, sores or ulcers in the mouth or on the lips, easy bruising
- Blurred or changes in vision
- Fast breathing, loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Confusion, problems with speech, coordination, concentration, or memory
- Fever, decreased sweating
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely. Your seizures may increase if you stop taking this medicine suddenly.
- This medicine may make you sweat less and cause your body temperature to increase. Use caution when you exercise or if you are outside in hot weather.
- Drink extra fluids so you will urinate more often and help prevent kidney problems.
- This medicine may make you dizzy, drowsy, or tired. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children. Some women who use this medicine have become infertile (unable to have children).
- This medicine lowers the number of white blood cells. This weakens your immune system, so you may get infections more easily. Wash your hands often. Avoid people who are sick.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Serious skin reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysisDrug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), which may involve multiple organs, including your liver or kidneysEye or vision problems, including acute myopia, glaucomaChanges in mood or behavior, including suicidal thoughts or behaviorMetabolic acidosis (too much acid in your blood)Problems with concentration, attention, memory, thinking, speech, or languageHyperammonemia (too much ammonia in your blood), which may damage the brain and can be life-threateningKidney stones
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, breathing or lung problems, bone problems (including osteomalacia, osteopenia, osteoporosis), or a history of depression or metabolic acidosis.
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 1 month after the last dose.
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Zonisade 150ML of 100MG/5ML
What is Zonisade ?
Zonisamide, sold under the brand name Zonisade among others, is an anticonvulsant medication primarily used to treat epilepsy. It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and can be used alone or in combination with other antiepileptic drugs. Zonisamide is known for its once-daily dosing and is generally well-tolerated, though monitoring for potential side effects such as cognitive impairment or skin rash is recommended.
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