food interaction for Primelox Tablet

alcohol interaction for Primelox Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Primelox Tablet

lactation interaction for Primelox Tablet

food
alcohol
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Primelox 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Primelox 50 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Primelox 50 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
Primelox 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Primelox 50mg Tablet

Primidone(50mg)

Primelox tablet uses

{med_name} is used in epilepsy/seizures.

How primelox tablet works

Primelox 50 Tablet is a barbiturate. It controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of primelox tablet

Drowsiness, Nausea, Vomiting, Vertigo, Low energy, Impaired coordination, Visual impairment, Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), Headache, Dizziness

SUBSTITUTES FOR Primelox Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Primelox 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:
    • Take a healthy diet along with regular exercise.
    • 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 makes you feel dizzy and drowsy. Avoid driving and activity requiring mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. 
  • Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of blood cells in your blood while taking this medication.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice mood changes and suicidal thoughts while taking Primidone.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly, as it can reverse the seizures. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Primelox 50mg Tablet

Primidone

Q. Is Primelox 50 Tablet habit forming?
Yes, if you use Primelox 50 Tablet for a long time, you may become dependent on it. Moreover, stopping the medicine suddenly may also lead to withdrawal symptoms. Therefore, you must inform your doctor before stopping the Primelox 50 Tablet.
Q. Can I stop taking Primelox 50 Tablet?
Do not stop taking Primelox 50 Tablet even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor advises so. Suddenly stopping Primelox 50 Tablet may cause unwanted effects commonly known as withdrawal symptoms. To prevent this, the dose of Primelox 50 Tablet needs to be reduced gradually before completely stopping it.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking this medicine?
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including medicines for epilepsy or seizures, medicines used to thin your blood (e.g., warfarin), birth control pills, medicines to control bacterial infection (e.g., chloramphenicol, metronidazole, and doxycycline), medicines to control viral infection (e.g., nelfinavir), and asthma medicines (e.g., theophylline and montelukast), etc. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Further, you should tell the doctor if you have ever had liver problems, kidney problems, lung problems, or porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder).
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Q. What should I avoid while taking Primelox 50 Tablet?
If Primelox 50 Tablet makes you feel sleepy, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Alcohol consumption should be avoided since taking both together may cause excessive sleepiness. You should avoid getting pregnant since Primelox 50 Tablet is associated with an increased risk of abnormalities in babies.
Q. What are the serious side effects of using Primelox 50 Tablet? How can I check for these side effects?
Severe allergic reactions, skin reactions, abnormalities in blood cells, and worsening of seizures are some of the serious side effects of Primelox 50 Tablet. Severe allergic reactions may result in difficulty in breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue, face, or hives. Skin reactions may cause redness, pain, ulcers, blisters, shedding the outer layer of skin. If you have an abnormality of the blood cells, your skin may appear pale. Additionally you may suffer from abnormal bleeding or frequent bruising, fever, or sore throat.
Q. Can Primelox 50 Tablet cause headache?
Though headache is not a very common side effect of Primelox 50 Tablet, it can occur in a few patients.
Q. Does Primelox 50 Tablet affect blood pressure?
No, Primelox 50 Tablet does not have any effect on blood pressure.
Q. Can I take Primelox 50 Tablet and propranolol together?
While taking propranolol and Primelox 50 Tablet together, your blood pressure should be monitored as Primelox 50 Tablet may interfere with working of propranolol. Your doctor may modify your dose if needed.
Q. How should I store this medicine?
Keep it in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C. Do not leave it on a windowsill or in the car on hot days. Keep it out of reach of children.

Content on this page was last updated on 03 May, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)