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Compare Oxtellar XR vs. Oxcarbazepine

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  • Oxtellar xr (oxcarbazepine ER)
    Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal)
  • Oxtellar xr (oxcarbazepine ER)
    Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal)

  • Summary of Oxtellar XR vs. Oxcarbazepine

    Summary for Antiepileptic
    Prescription only

    Oxtellar XR (oxcarbazepine ER) is an extended-release antiepileptic for people 6 years and older. You take it once a day to treat partial-onset seizures (also called focal aware seizures). This medication calms brain activity to keep seizures under control. Oxtellar XR (oxcarbazepine ER) comes as a tablet you swallow whole and take on an empty stomach. Side effects can include dizziness, sleepiness, and vomiting. Oxtellar XR (oxcarbazepine ER) is available in brand-name and generic versions. You can take it on its own or with other anti-seizure medications.

    Summary for Antiepileptic
    Prescription only

    Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) is used to treat partial-onset seizures (also called focal aware seizures). This antiepileptic is for people 2 years of age and older. It helps calm the brain to keep seizures from happening. Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) comes as immediate-release tablets and an oral suspension. You take it by mouth twice a day. Some common side effects include dizziness, nausea, and headaches. Immediate-release oxcarbazepine comes in both brand-name and generic versions. You can take it by itself or with other anti-seizure medications.

  • Indications of Oxtellar XR vs. Oxcarbazepine

    Indications for
    •Partial-onset seizures (or focal aware seizures)
    Indications for
    •Partial-onset seizures (or focal aware seizures)

  • Pros and Cons of Oxtellar XR vs. Oxcarbazepine

    Pros and Const for Antiepileptic
    Pros
    •Taken once a day
    •Dose can be adjusted based on response to the medication
    •Okay for children 6 years and older to take
    Cons
    •Must take on an empty stomach (at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating)
    •Can make it hard to focus and react fast
    •Can cause serious skin reactions
    Pros and Const for Antiepileptic
    Pros
    •Okay for children as young as 2 years old with partial-onset seizures to take
    •Available as an oral liquid for people who have trouble swallowing the tablets
    •Dose can be adjusted based on response to the medication
    Cons
    •Can make it hard to focus and react quickly
    •Can cause serious skin reactions
    •Interacts with many medications, including some antidepressants and other seizure medications

  • Common Side Effects of Oxtellar XR vs. Oxcarbazepine

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dizziness (up to 41%)
    •Headache (up to 15%)
    •Vomiting (up to 15%)
    •Drowsiness (up to 14%)
    •Double vision (up to 13%)
    •Balance problems (up to 7%)
    •Weakness (up to 7%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Dizziness
    •Sleepiness
    •Tiredness
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Headache
    •Trouble walking
    •Double vision
    •Other changes in vision
    •Shaky eye movements (nystagmus)

    Note: Side effects were reported by people who took oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) either by itself or with other seizure medications.

  • Warnings of Oxtellar XR vs. Oxcarbazepine

    Common Side Effects for
    •Low sodium levels
    •Severe allergic reaction
    •Serious skin reactions
    •Risk of suicidal thoughts
    •Higher risk of having new seizures
    •Withdrawal seizures
    Common Side Effects for
    •Low sodium levels
    •Severe allergic reaction
    •Serious skin reactions
    •Risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior
    •Trouble with concentration, speech, and movement
    •Higher risk of having new seizures
    •Withdrawal seizures

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