Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using carbamazepine as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects                                       Carbamazepine use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking carbamazepine after having a meal or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Carbamazepine 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 carbamazepine as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Carbamazepine 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 carbamazepine, 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 carbamazepine as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Carbamazepine 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 carbamazepine, 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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take Carbamazepine as follows: Take this medication as ordered by your physician. Do not change the dose and frequency on this medication without consulting your doctor. Take the medication dose for the duration prescribed without fail. Take the medication dose at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the intake of medication. Carbamazepine may be taken with food, as taking the medication with some food can help avoid [...]