Eslistar 800mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures). It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain. Eslistar 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking it abruptly without discussing it with your doctor, as it may increase seizure frequency. Some of the common side effects of this medicine include blurred or double vision, headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and diarrhea. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of sodium levels, as it may reduce the sodium levels in your blood (hyponatremia). Inform your doctor if you are taking oral contraceptive pills as this medicine reduces their levels in the body.

• Blurred vision
• Nausea
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Double vision
• Fatigue
• Balance disorder (loss of balance)
• Diarrhea
• Impaired coordination
• Vertigo
• Decreased appetite
• Decreased sodium level in blood
• Dizziness

If you miss a dose of Eslistar 800mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class::Carboxamide Derivatives|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::NEURO CNS|Action Class::Sodium channel modulators (AED)

• Q. Q. Can I stop taking if I start feeling better??
  Ans: No, stopping Eslistar 800mg Tablet suddenly can increase your risk of having more seizures. Your doctor will advise you on how long you should take this medicine. If your doctor decides to stop Eslistar 800mg Tablet, your dose will usually be reduced gradually. It is important that you complete your treatment as advised by your doctor or your symptoms may get worse.
• Q. Q. Can Eslistar 800mg Tablet cause suicidal thoughts??
  Ans: Like all other anti-epileptic medicines, Eslistar 800mg Tablet may also cause suicidal thoughts. However, this occurs only in a small number of people.
• Q. Q. Can Eslistar 800mg Tablet be taken if I have kidney-related problems??
  Ans: Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any kidney-related problems. Your doctor will monitor your kidney function (creatinine clearance) regularly and may adjust your dose of Eslistar 800mg Tablet accordingly.
• Q. Q. Does Eslistar 800mg Tablet affect the liver??
  Ans: Inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver disease as few people have shown a negative effect on the liver with the use of Eslistar 800mg Tablet. Your doctor may monitor your liver functions regularly.
• Q. Q. How can I look for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions??
  Ans: Pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behaviour, thoughts or feelings. Keep all follow-up visits with your doctor as scheduled. Call your doctor as needed, especially if you are worried about any symptoms.
• Q. Q. If I were to have an allergic reaction with Eslistar 800mg Tablet, what would my symptoms look like??
  Ans: Eslistar 800mg Tablet may cause allergic reactions or serious problems that may impact organs and other parts of your body like the liver or blood cells. Consult your doctor straight away if you develop rashes, hives, itchiness, swelling, trouble swallowing or difficulty in breathing.
• Q. Q. Can I participate in sports when taking Eslistar 800mg Tablet??
  Ans: Your doctor will guide you about activities that are okay for you.
• Q. Q. How will I know that my sodium levels are low while taking Eslistar 800mg Tablet??
  Ans: If your blood sodium levels become low during the course of Eslistar 800mg Tablet, you may experience worsening of seizures, confusion and decreased consciousness. Immediately consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.
• Q. Q. Can Eslistar 800mg Tablet be taken with Carbamazepine??
  Ans: The dose of Eslistar 800mg Tablet may need to be adjusted if you take Carbamazepine with Eslistar 800mg Tablet. The reason being, Carbamazepine interferes with its working.

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