Tegretol
Indicated to manage seizure frequency, developed to alleviate abnormal electrical brain activity and to support neurological stability.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Carbamazepine
- Supply
- Rx
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 100 · 200 · 400mg
Tegretol details
- Conditions
- Epilepsy · Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Alternative names
- Timonil
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
- Dibenzazepine Derivative
- Known off-label uses
- bipolar disorder
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor for serious skin reactions; regular blood count monitoring
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; drowsiness; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- leukopenia; skin rash; ataxia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription only (specially controlled medicine)
- Manufacturer
- Novartis
- Onset Time
- 2–4 days
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- grapefruit; oral contraceptives; warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Suitable for children and adults.
Contraindications
atrioventricular conduction block; history of bone marrow depression; porphyria; concurrent use of maois
Serious side effects
stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention; aplastic anaemia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated to manage seizure frequency, developed to alleviate abnormal electrical brain activity and to support neurological stability.
Mechanism of action
Carbamazepine stabilizes nerve membranes by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium channels, which decreases the neuronal hyperexcitability and prevents the repetitive firing of seizures.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Associated with birth defects; consult specialist. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Tegretol
Tegretol is a primary brand of carbamazepine, a common choice for the management of epilepsy and trigeminal neuralgia. The same active ingredient is also produced as Timonil, supplied as a tablet in strengths of 100, 200 and 400mg. Manufactured by Novartis, this medication assists patients by maintaining consistent levels to help control symptoms over time.
Buying Tegretol online
Tegretol is registered across 14 markets including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with availability also in Japan, the UAE and Singapore. Generic carbamazepine, often produced in India, offers a cost-effective alternative to branded options for many patients in the region. Ordering Tegretol online provides a reliable way for expats and residents living far from a well-stocked medical source to access their standard medication with shipment capability across these key Asian locations.