Mysoline
Utilized to target uncontrolled seizure activity, this anticonvulsant is indicated to alleviate the frequency and severity of various epilepsy types.
Mysoline details
- Condition
- Epilepsy
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
- Barbiturate
- Known off-label uses
- essential tremor
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to primidone; porphyria
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid abrupt withdrawal; may cause drowsiness; monitor blood counts periodically
- Minor side effects
- sedation; dizziness; fatigue; ataxia
- Moderate side effects
- nystagmus; lethargy; confusion
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription only (specially controlled medicine)
- Manufacturer
- Concordia International
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in dry conditions at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; cns depressants; valproate
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
Serious side effects
megaloblastic anaemia, requires immediate medical attention; blood dyscrasias, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Utilized to target uncontrolled seizure activity, this anticonvulsant is indicated to alleviate the frequency and severity of various epilepsy types.
Mechanism of action
Primidone is metabolized into phenobarbital and phenylethylmalonamide (PEMA), both of which possess anticonvulsant properties. They enhance GABA-mediated inhibition, suppressing excessive neuronal firing.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with extreme caution. Breastfeeding: May cause sedation in infants.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Mysoline
Mysoline is a recognized treatment containing primidone, used for epilepsy. Produced by Concordia International, this product is supplied as a 250mg tablet. Individuals requiring consistent daily management for the condition often rely on this specific strength for their treatment needs.
Buying Mysoline online
Mysoline is registered across 14 markets including Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia, with availability also in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. As a frequently ordered product across the region, it helps expats and residents secure their supply even when specific brands remain inconsistent in local shops. Purchasing online provides a reliable pathway to maintain a consistent regimen, ensuring you have the necessary support regardless of your location.