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Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml works by controlling overactivity of the brain that causes seizures (fits). Thereby, Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml helps in controlling epileptic fits involving spasms of the muscles and jerking.
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml can make birth control pills less effective. Talk to your doctor about using non-hormonal contraceptives like condoms and diaphragm with spermicide to prevent pregnancy.
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may cause hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels). So, inform your doctor if you have diabetes.
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may affect the metabolism of vitamin D, which could cause osteomalacia. Inform your doctor if you have bone problems.
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml might increase blood sugar levels and decrease blood calcium, folic acid, phosphate, and vitamin D levels. Inform the laboratory staff that you are taking Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml.
Alcohol
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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml to prevent unpleasant side effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
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Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Driving
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Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Liver
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Children
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Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml can be given to children only when prescribed by the doctor.
About Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to the group of medicines called anti-epileptic agents used to treat severe epileptic seizures/fits (status epilepticus). Also, it is used to prevent seizures during or after severe head injury and/or neurosurgery. Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may also be used to treat certain cardiac arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat) caused by certain medicines or in patients who do not respond to conventional anti-arrhythmic medication or cardioversion (a procedure in which low shock is used to restore regular heart rhythm).
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml contains 'Phenytoin sodium' that works by decreasing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Thereby, Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml helps prevent and treat epileptic seizures. Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml treats cardiac arrhythmia by inhibiting rapid inward sodium current and shortening cardiac action potential.
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may cause certain common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may cause increased dizziness/drowsiness and might affect the concentration of phenytoin sodium in the blood. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.
Uses of Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml
Medicinal Benefits
Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to the group of medicines called anti-epileptic agents used to treat severe epileptic seizures/fits (status epilepticus). Also, it is used to prevent seizures during or after severe head injury and/or neurosurgery. Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml works by decreasing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Thereby, Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml helps prevent and treat epileptic seizures. Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may also be used to treat certain cardiac arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat) caused by certain medicines or in patients who do not respond to conventional anti-arrhythmic medication or cardioversion (a procedure in which low shock is used to restore regular heart rhythm). Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml treats cardiac arrhythmia by inhibiting rapid inward sodium current and shortening cardiac action potential.
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Side Effects of Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml
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Do not take Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have decreased heart rate, heart block, low blood pressure, heart failure, diabetes, porphyria (blood disorder), heart rhythm problems, alcohol dependence, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as Eptocan 100 mg Injection 2 ml may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may cause increased dizziness/drowsiness and might affect the concentration of phenytoin sodium in the blood.
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