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Oxcarbamine

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Orangevale, CA

Does anyone else feel intoxicated when they take Oxcarbamine? It’s like being intoxicated without the fun stuff.

December 30, 2024
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

A lot of anti convulsants leave us feeling this way. I suggest eating with meds. And sleep the effects off. Talk to your doctor about it. Important.

December 31, 2024
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thank you

December 30, 2024
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member , I took Oxcarbazepine, the generic version of Trileptal, for years. Only one time do I think I probably had an issue with it & that’s when I got dizzy & also began crying for no reason at all. I contacted the doctor & he believed it was the Trileptal & so he adjusted my dosage & I was fine after that. If you’re experiencing uncomfortable side effects, then you could let your doctor know. Here is a link with information on the side effects. I hope things get better for you. 🙏 https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/ox... . Your friend in Texas, Becky

Oxcarbazepine (oral route)
Oxcarbazepine (oral route)
https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/oxcarbazepine-oral-route/description/drg-20067615
December 30, 2024
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I was dizzy and nauseous with it but allergic to Tegretol. I couldn’t walk.

December 30, 2024
MyEpilepsyTeam

I'm afraid I don't have any information about Oxcarbamine or its side effects. However, some anti-seizure medications can cause side effects like drowsiness, dizziness or problems with coordination that may feel similar to intoxication. If you are experiencing concerning side effects from your medication, it's important to Show Full Answer

I'm afraid I don't have any information about Oxcarbamine or its side effects. However, some anti-seizure medications can cause side effects like drowsiness, dizziness or problems with coordination that may feel similar to intoxication. If you are experiencing concerning side effects from your medication, it's important to talk to your doctor right away. They can evaluate your symptoms, adjust your dosage if needed, and recommend any next steps to help manage side effects.

December 30, 2024