Oleptal 600 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called anti-convulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder characterized by a sudden rush of electrical activity in the brain leading to seizures, unusual behaviour, and loss of awareness.
Oleptal 600 Tablet 10's works by reducing the attacks of seizures or epilepsy by decreasing the nerve impulses that cause fits. Thereby helps in controlling seizures.
You are advised to take Oleptal 600 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side-effects such as dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, headache, nausea, vomiting, double vision, stomach pain, diarrhoea or constipation, and weakness. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Please do not stop taking Oleptal 600 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor to avoid precipitating seizures. Do not take Oleptal 600 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Avoid taking Oleptal 600 Tablet 10's while breastfeeding as it may cause side-effects in breastfed babies. Oleptal 600 Tablet 10's should not be given to children unless prescribed. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.