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paramethadione- oral, Paradione

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GENERIC NAME: PARAMETHADIONE- ORAL (pair-uh-METH-uh-DYE-own)

BRAND NAME(S): Paradione

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage | Medical Alert

USES: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders.

HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Take this medication as prescribed. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor as seizures may occur. It is important to take all doses on time to keep the level of medication in your blood constant. Take doses at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. While taking this medication, lab tests may be done, especially in the first few months, to check if the drug is working properly.

SIDE EFFECTS: May cause drowsiness. Use caution performing tasks that require alertness. Other side effects include stomach upset, loss of appetite, headache, irritability or fatigue. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication. Notify your doctor if you develop: seizures, blurred vision, fever, sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising, clumsiness, skin rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: liver problems, kidney problems, eye disorders, blood disorders, any allergies. This medication may increase your sensitivity to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure. Wear a sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Paramethadione is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medication. It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. While taking this drug, use of alcohol and other sedative type medications can lead to extreme drowsiness. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, loss of coordination, and loss of consciousness.

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