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WHO GMP
Certified
15 Days Easy
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Long Expiry
(>8 Months)
WHO GMP
Certified
15 Days Easy
Returns
Long Expiry
(>8 Months)
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Epilepsy
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More About Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet
Benefits
In Epilepsy Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet slows down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.
How it works
Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of two antiepileptic medicines: Phenobarbitone and Phenytoin. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet as it is deemed unsafe.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.
Not Safe: Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.
Caution Advised: Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Equil Plus 50mg/100mg Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
G/3,&34;Akanksha&34; Near Railway Crossing, Sola Road, Ahmedabad-380061.
References
MedIndia. Phenobarbital (22 Apr. 2019)
Phenobarbital. Montréal, Canada: PENDOPHARM; 2018 (22 Apr. 2019)
Disclaimer
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