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Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Zonisamide
- Manufactured by : A'raf
- Drug Strength : 100 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 2x7s
- Product SKU : pg_25324_35260
Zonas tablet contains Zonisamide | belongs to Benzisoxazole derivative
How it works
Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s
- Irritability severe
- Mood or mental changes severe
- Trouble with sleeping severe
- Anorexia severe
- Shakiness or unsteady walking severe
- Easy bruising and bleeding severe
- Rash severe
Uses of Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Partial onset seizures
This medicine is used in the treatment of partial seizures which is a brain disorder characterized by muscle contractions and visual disturbances.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time taken by this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and impaired judgment. It is advised that you do not perform any activities which require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s or other sulfonamides.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Skin Reactions
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of allergy to Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s . Report any skin rash to the doctor immediately. Your doctor may discontinue the medicine and prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
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Effect on blood
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of blood disorders. Close monitoring of CBC and platelet levels are recommended while receiving this medicine.
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Suicidal tendency
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of depression due to an increase in the risk of worsening depression and suicidal thoughts. Monitor the patients closely for any worsening of symptoms. An alternate treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Amitriptyline severe
- Erythromycin moderate
- Ketoconazole moderate
- Alprazolam severe
- Dicyclomine severe
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of depression due to an increase in the risk of worsening depression, suicidal thoughts, and unusual mood changes. Monitor the patients closely for any worsening of symptoms. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice any behavioral changes.
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of blood disorders due to an increase in the risk of bone marrow depression and anemia. Close monitoring of CBC and platelet count is recommended while receiving this medicine.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney disease due to the increased risk of serious side effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments should be done based on the severity of renal impairment.
General Instructions
Drink plenty of fluids during treatment with this medicine to reduce the risk of kidney stone formation. Do not take this medicine in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Causes sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Zonisamide [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a603008.html [cited 9/9/2020]. 2020
what are the adverse effects of Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s?
Headache, anorexia, depression, anxiety, speech disorders, tremors, GI upset, alopecia, fatigue, flu like symptoms, raised creatinine and LFTs, stevens-johnson syndrome, reports of blood dyscrasias, dizziness, agitation, confusion, emotional lability, insomnia, psychosis, ataxia, memory impairment, tinnitus, rhinitis, nystagmus, paraesthesia, diplopia, echymosis, rash, pruritus, decreased bicarbonate, nephrolithiasis, fatigue, peripheral oedema, weight loss.
What happens if I miss a dose of Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s?
Monotherapy: Adults: gt; 18 yrs: Initially, 100 mg once daily for 2 wks, Titrate by 100 mg at 2 wks interval; maintenance, 300 mg once daily; Max, 500 mg daily.
Adjuctive Therapy: Adults: gt;18 yrs: Initially 50 mg daily in 2 divided doses; Titrate after 7 days to 100 mg daily in 2 divided doses; then increased by 100 mg every 7 days; maintenance, 300-500 mg daily in 1-2 divided doses.
Children: 6-18 yrs: Initially 1 mg/kg once daily for 7 days, Titrate by 1 mg/kg every 7 days; maintenance, body-weight 20-55 kg, 6-8 mg/kg once daily (max.500 mg once daily), body- weight over 55 kg, 300-500 mg once daily.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Zonas tablet 100 mg 2×7’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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