Monotop Tablet
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Rs.132for 1 bottle(s) (100 tablets each)
food interaction for Monotop Tablet
alcohol interaction for Monotop Tablet
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lactation interaction for Monotop Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Monotop Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Monotop Tablet.
UNSAFE
Monotop Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Monotop Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Monotop 50mg Tablet
Topiramate(50mg)
Monotop tablet uses
{med_name} is used for migraine, epilepsy/seizures and Lennox–Gastaut syndrome.
How monotop tablet works
Monotop Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common side effects of monotop tablet
Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Fatigue, Fever, Loss of appetite, Memory impairment, Nausea, Nervousness, Numbness, Psychomotor impairment, Sleepiness, Speech disorder, Taste change, Upper respiratory tract infection, Visual impairment, Weight loss
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Expert advice FOR Monotop Tablet
- Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
- Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
- Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day while taking Topiramate. This can reduce the risk of kidney stones.
- Monitor your weight during treatment with this medicine as it can cause weight gain.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
Frequently asked questions FOR Monotop 50mg Tablet
Topiramate
Q. For how long do I need to take Monotop Tablet?
The dose and duration of this medicine will depend on your doctor’s advice. Monotop Tablet does not cure your condition (seizures/migraine) but prevents them from occurring. So, you may have to keep taking it for months or years depending on improvement in your symptoms and side effects that may occur.
Q. Is Monotop Tablet good for anxiety?
Monotop Tablet is not indicated for the treatment of anxiety. Please consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Monotop Tablet?
Serious side effects of Monotop Tablet are rare. The serious effects of Monotop Tablet may include glaucoma (difficulty in seeing, eye pain, and blurred vision), kidney stones (sharp pain in your sides or lower back), and metabolic acidosis (tiredness, loss of appetite, irregular and faint heartbeat). Other serious side effects of Monotop Tablet could be suicidal thoughts and insufficient sweating (some children taking Monotop Tablet may not sweat enough in hot weather, causing their body temperatures to rise).