Felbatol (Oral)

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Felbatol (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information

Felbatol (Oral)

Felbatol (Oral) Medication Classification

FELBAMATE (By mouth)

Felbatol (Oral) Brandname

Felbatol

Felbatol (Oral) is used for the Treatment

Felbamate (FEL-ba-mate) Used alone or with other medicines to control seizures. Also given to children with a type of epilepsy called Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.Belongs to a class of drugs called anticonvulsants.

When To Not Use Felbatol (Oral)

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to felbamate or to related medicines such as such as methocarbamol (Robaxin®) or meprobamate (Equagesic®). You should not use this medicine if you have ever had liver disease or blood disorders.

How Should You Use Felbatol (Oral)

Tablet, Liquid

• Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
• May be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.
• Shake the oral liquid well before using. Carefully measure the dose using a measuring spoon or medicine cup.
If a dose is missed:
• Take your medicine as soon as you remember that you have missed your dose.
• You should not use two doses at the same time, unless directed by your doctor.
• If you miss two or more doses, call your doctor.

Proper Felbatol (Oral) Storage

Store Felbatol (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Felbatol (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Felbatol (Oral)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Be sure that your doctor knows about all other medicines you are using to treat or prevent seizures.

Felbatol (Oral) Warnings

• Felbamate has caused a few cases of a serious blood disorder called aplastic anemia and a few cases of liver failure. Talk to your doctor about these risks.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you have liver or kidney disease or a history of blood problems.
• Because of the risk of increased seizures, do not suddenly stop taking this medicine without first checking with your doctor.
• This medicine may cause drowsiness. Be careful when driving or using dangerous machinery.

Felbatol (Oral) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Fainting
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Loss of seizure control
• Skin rash, hives, or itching
• Swelling in face, throat, or lips
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
• Wheezing or trouble breathing
• Yellow eyes or skin
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
• Constipation
• Drowsiness or dizziness
• Fever
• Headache
• Loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting
• Trouble sleeping, nervousness