Oxtellar XR
(oxcarbazepine ER)
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(Trileptal)
Get free couponsSummary for Oxtellar XR
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.
Indications for Oxtellar XR
- Partial-onset seizures (or focal aware seizures)
Pros and Cons for Oxtellar XR
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
Common Side Effects for Oxtellar XR
- 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%)
Warnings for Oxtellar XR
- Low sodium levels
- Severe allergic reaction
- Serious skin reactions
- Risk of suicidal thoughts
- Higher risk of having new seizures
- Withdrawal seizures
Summary for Oxcarbazepine
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 for Oxcarbazepine
- Partial-onset seizures (or focal aware seizures)
Pros and Cons for Oxcarbazepine
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 for Oxcarbazepine
- 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 for Oxcarbazepine
- 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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