GENERIC NAME: PRIMIDONE - ORAL (PRY-meh-doan)

BRAND NAME(S): Mysoline

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

USES: Primidone is used to treat a seizure disorder.

OTHER USES: This medication may also be used to treat tremors.

HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. The liquid form of this medication must be shaken well before measuring each dose. This medication must be taken 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.

SIDE EFFECTS: May cause drowsiness or sleepiness. Other side effects include stomach upset, loss of appetite, clumsiness, or fatigue. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Notify your doctor if the following effects occur: seizures, double vision, fever, sore throat, skin rash. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially about: liver disease, lung disease, kidney disease, porphyria (a blood disorder), any allergies. Use caution when drinking alcoholic beverages because it may add to the drowsiness effect caused by primidone. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery because this drug often causes drowsiness. This drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this drug. This drug is excreted into breast milk, although its effects on a nursing infant are unknown. Consult your doctor before you breast-feed.

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