Trileptal
Utilized for epilepsy and indicated to mitigate seizure activity.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Oxcarbazepine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 150 · 300 · 600mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
Prescription rules on Trileptal vary by country.
Trileptal details
- Condition
- Epilepsy
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
- Carboxamide derivative
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor blood sodium levels; may impair alertness; avoid sudden discontinuation
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; somnolence; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- fatigue; ataxia; diplopia
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Utilized for epilepsy and indicated to mitigate seizure activity.
- Supply category
- Prescription only (specially controlled medicine)
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- Chronic
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- oral contraceptives; carbamazepine; phenytoin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for use in children from 6 years onwards.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Use with caution; consult specialist regarding risk to fetus.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to oxcarbazepine; severe hepatic impairment; atrioventricular block
Serious side effects
hyponatraemia, requires immediate medical attention; stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Oxcarbazepine blocks voltage-sensitive sodium channels, stabilizing hyperexcited neural membranes and inhibiting repetitive neuronal firing associated with seizures.
What you will receive
Trileptal is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Novartis and do not ship the original Trileptal.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Oxcarbazepine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Trileptal
Trileptal is a formulation of oxcarbazepine used to help manage epilepsy. This treatment is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 150mg, 300mg, and 600mg. It is utilized by individuals who require consistent support for seizure disorders, providing a recognised option for patients throughout the region.
Buying Trileptal online
Trileptal is registered across 14 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. Generic oxcarbazepine is often a more affordable alternative to the original brand, providing reliable access for expats and residents living away from a well-stocked pharmacy. As one of our most ordered products across the region, patients can source this medication online with delivery options available throughout these markets.