Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet

Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet is a prescription anti-convulsant that contains 600 mg of oxcarbazepine in each tablet. It is used to help control certain types of seizures in people with epilepsy. This Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet is taken by mouth and is part of a medicine class that works on the brain and nerves to reduce seizure activity.

How it works: Oxcarbazepine helps calm overactive nerve signals in the brain by affecting sodium channels, which can make seizures less likely to spread. As an oral tablet, Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet is swallowed and then absorbed to provide sustained seizure control when taken as prescribed.

Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet compared with Oxcarb 150 mg Tablet and Oxcarb 300 mg Tablet, so it is usually chosen for people who have already been assessed by a doctor and need a larger single dose. Because each tablet contains 600 mg, it may reduce the number of tablets needed per dose, but it is not the usual starting strength for many patients. Your prescriber will decide whether this strength fits your treatment plan and how it should be split across the day.

• Adjunct treatment of partial-onset seizures
• Monotherapy for partial-onset seizures in some patients
• Epilepsy seizure control
• Seizure prevention as prescribed by a neurologist

• Swallow Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split unless your prescriber specifically tells you to.
• Take it exactly at the times prescribed, usually once or twice daily depending on your dose plan.
• You may take Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet with or without food; food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not stop taking this tablet suddenly, because stopping too fast can increase seizure risk.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Use the same brand and strength consistently unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to switch.

Each Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet provides 600 mg of oxcarbazepine per tablet, which is a relatively high-strength tablet compared with the 150 mg and 300 mg options. It may be prescribed once daily or twice daily, depending on the total amount your doctor wants you to take, and the maximum daily dose is determined by your prescriber and your medical situation. Do not change the dose on your own, because oxcarbazepine dosing must be individualized.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Oxcarbazepine may include:

• Dizziness, which may be more noticeable with the 600 mg strength
• Sleepiness or fatigue
• Nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Double vision or blurred vision
• Unsteadiness or trouble walking
• Tremor

• Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness, so use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Avoid alcohol or limit it only if your prescriber says it is safe, because alcohol can worsen drowsiness and coordination problems.
• Tell your doctor if you have ever had low sodium, kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, or a history of allergic reactions to seizure medicines.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to dizziness, falls, and low sodium with this higher-strength tablet.
• Do not stop Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet suddenly without medical advice, since abrupt stopping can trigger seizures.
• Tell your doctor about pregnancy, breastfeeding, or birth control use, because oxcarbazepine can affect pregnancy planning and some hormonal contraceptives.
• If you develop a rash, fever, swollen glands, or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

• Alcohol and other medicines that cause drowsiness, such as opioids, benzodiazepines, or sleep aids
• Certain birth control pills, patches, or implants, which may be less effective
• Other seizure medicines, which may need dose adjustment by your doctor
• Medicine that can lower sodium, including some diuretics and antidepressants
• Blood pressure or heart medicines that may add to dizziness or fainting

Store Oxcarb 600 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light, and keep it out of reach of children.