Primidone(250 Mg)
Uses
Primidone is used for the treatment of various types of seizures (fits; like grand mal, focal or Jacksonian), tremors and epilepsy (temporal lobe). It is also used for the management of myoclonic jerks (sudden, brief, involuntary jerking of a muscle or group of muscles) and akinetic attacks (shaking/drop attacks).
How it works
Primidone belongs to a class of medication called anticonvulsants. It works by decreasing abnormal excitation of the brain and thus helps in controlling seizures.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Epilepsy/Seizures (fits) in adults and children (>8 years): 125 mg once daily to be adjusted after every 3 days till condition is controlled; maximum dose: 500 mg four times a day.
Epilepsy/Seizures (fits) in children (<8 years): 50 to 125 mg/day to be adjusted after every 3 days till condition is controlled; maintenance dose: 10 to 25 mg/kg/day in 3 to 4 divided doses.
Common side effects
Blurred or double vision, jerky movements, dizziness or uncontrollable movements of the eyes, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, excessive tiredness, decreased sexual activity.
Who should not take
Patients allergic to primidone or phenobarbitone or to any of its ingredients of the tablet.
Patients or anyone in the family suffering from porphyria (an inherited metabolic disorder).
Primidone(250 Mg)
Uses
Primidone is used for the treatment of various types of seizures (fits; like grand mal, focal or Jacksonian), tremors and epilepsy (temporal lobe). It is also used for the management of myoclonic jerks (sudden, brief, involuntary jerking of a muscle or group of muscles) and akinetic attacks (shaking/drop attacks).
How it works
Primidone belongs to a class of medication called anticonvulsants. It works by decreasing abnormal excitation of the brain and thus helps in controlling seizures.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Epilepsy/Seizures (fits) in adults and children (>8 years): 125 mg once daily to be adjusted after every 3 days till condition is controlled; maximum dose: 500 mg four times a day.
Epilepsy/Seizures (fits) in children (