Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Carbatrol as follows: Hematologic side-effects Carbatrol carries significant risk of bone marrow suppression and result in compromised production of blood cells from the bone marrow. This can lead to anemia and agranulocytosis. Individuals can present with dizziness, fatigue, weakness, pallor, increased shortness of breath with reduced exercise tolerance, and a rapid heartbeat, secondary to low red blood cell count. Reduced white blood cell count can contribute to [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Carbatrol as follows: Genitourinary side-effects Carbatrol use can sometimes result in damage to the kidneys and individuals can present with compromised renal function, reduced urine formation, and increased retention of fluid, with edema and weight gain due to fluid retention. Individuals can also present with severe nausea and vomiting and altered levels of consciousness, secondary to reduced excretion in urine and increased accumulation of waste metabolites in [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Carbatrol as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects                                       Carbatrol use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking Carbatrol after having a meal or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Carbatrol use can result in swelling and bleeding of the gums. Observing compliance with your dental visits and massaging of gums along with regular brushing and flossing, can help [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Carbatrol as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Carbatrol use can result in episodes of confusion, hallucinations, dizziness, and light-headedness. Closely watching for the therapeutic response and developing side-effects allows appropriate changes in the dose of Carbatrol, to help optimum control of your symptoms and can also contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication. If the dizziness becomes bothersome, report it to [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Carbatrol as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Carbatrol use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with Carbatrol, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be [...]