PRIMIDONE

Overview

PRIMIDONE is a Schedule G drug.
Primidone is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant.Primidone is used to control seizures.Primidone controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Usage

PRIMIDONE is generally used to treat: Seizure, Grand Mal Seizure, Focal Seizures, Epilepsy
PRIMIDONE can address symptoms like: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to primidone or phenobarbital  or if you have porphyria.
• To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood may need to be tested on a regular basis.
• Do not miss any scheduled appointments.You may have thoughts about suicide while taking this medication.
• Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you.
• Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Primidone is usually taken 2 to 4 times daily. If you are switching to primidone from another seizure medication, you may need to start taking primidone only at bedtime.
• Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PRIMIDONE over-dosage can result in: Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Dizziness, Difficult To Wake From Sleep

Common Side-Effects

PRIMIDONE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Impotence, Diarrhoea, Depression, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Spinning Sensation, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Eyes Blurred Vision, Restless Or Irritability, Loss Of Coordination, Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

PRIMIDONE : Slurred Speech, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Pale Skin, Rapid Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

PRIMIDONE : Chills, Fever, Throat Soreness, Irregular Heartbeat, Lower Back Pain, Pale Skin, Pain With Urination, Shortness Of Breath

Disease Interactions

PRIMIDONE can interfere with: Alcoholism, Porphyria, Dermatitis, Respiratory Failure, Depression, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Psychosis, Adrenal Insufficiency, Panhypopituitarism, Vitamin D Deficiency

Technical Classification

PRIMIDONE is categorized as: BARBITURATE ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with PRIMIDONE as Ingredient

MYSOLINE 250MG TAB	PRIMIDONE 250 MG
PROLET TAB	PRIMIDONE 25 MG