Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup
Product introduction
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called barbiturates. It is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). They also have hypnotic properties. This means, they slow down the activity of the brain and can make you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it may be habit-forming with long-term use. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, hyperactivity, depression, confusion, decreased blood pressure, and fatigue. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Remember to consult your doctor if you notice severe rashes, especially accompanied by fever after taking this medicine. It should be noted that long-term use of this medicine can cause pain in joints also.
Uses of Gardenal Syrup
Side effects of Gardenal Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Gardenal
- Sleepiness
How to use Gardenal Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Gardenal Syrup works
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness, skin rash, and feeding issues.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness, skin rash, and feeding issues.
Driving
UNSAFE
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Gardenal Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup helps in treatment and prevention of seizures.
- It may be habit-forming with long-term use.
- Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
- It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease.
- Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
- Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup helps in treatment and prevention of seizures.
- It may be habit-forming with long-term use.
- Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
- It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease.
- Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
- Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Barbituric Acid Derivative
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Barbiturates
Interaction with drugs
Taking Gardenal with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup
Twice A Day
60%
Once A Day
40%
What are you using Gardenal Syrup for?
Others
89%
Epilepsy
11%
How much was the improvement?
Average
47%
Excellent
43%
Poor
10%
What were the side-effects while using Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
No Side Effec*
78%
Drowsiness
22%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Gardenal Syrup?
With food
57%
With or witho*
29%
Empty stomach
14%
*With or without food
Please rate Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup on price
Not Expensive
47%
Average
27%
Expensive
27%
FAQs
What is Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup used for?
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is prescribed to control seizures or fits. Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup belongs to barbiturate group of medicines. In exceptional circumstances, it is also used to treat seizures that sometimes accompany a high fever in children.
What if I forget to take Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten dose.
Can Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup cause addiction?
Yes, Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup may cause addiction in patients with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse if they take it for a prolonged time. Therefore, Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup should be avoided in such patients.
What are the long-term side effects of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
Long-term use of phenobarbital can lead to changes in the soft tissues of the body. Symptoms include pain in the joints or thickening in areas such as the palm or the bottom of the foot. If you notice any changes of this kind, tell the doctor.
Can I stop taking Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup once my seizures get controlled?
No, you should not stop taking Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup without consulting your doctor. Sudden withdrawal can cause sleeplessness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, feeling sick, fits and delirium. The dose of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup should be reduced gradually.
What will happen if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
Swallowing more than the recommended doses may cause drowsiness, speech problems, jerky movements, jerky eye movements, loss of inhibition, reduced reflex response, low body temperature, low blood pressure and breathing problems. Contact your nearest hospital emergency services or your doctor immediately.
What are the effects of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup in children?
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is useful in treating many kinds of seizures in children. It is often considered as the first choice to treat certain kinds of seizures in newborns. The child taking Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup treatment may develop problems with behavior and learning. Side effects are much more likely to be troublesome if high doses are given or if too high a dose is given at the beginning of the treatment. It may be necessary to increase the dose very slowly over several months.
Can I take folic acid with Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup causes folic acid deficiency which is responsible for certain types of anemia (megaloblastic anemia) in some patients. But if you take folic acid, then it may decrease the levels of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup in your body. This may lead to seizures. Therefore, folic acid should be avoided.
For how long do I need to take Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
You should take Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup for the duration advised by your doctor. This drug has a habit-forming effect, therefore, its long-term use is not recommended.
Are there any tests available which check the levels of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup in the blood?
Yes, laboratory tests are available. If you feel excessively sleepy and experience tremor or balance issues or double vision, inform your doctor and get the levels checked.
Can Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup cause withdrawal symptoms?
Yes, suddenly stopping Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup can cause withdrawal symptoms which include sleeplessness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, nausea, fits, and delirium.
What is Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup used for?
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is prescribed to control seizures or fits. Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup belongs to barbiturate group of medicines. In exceptional circumstances, it is also used to treat seizures that sometimes accompany a high fever in children.
What if I forget to take Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten dose.
Can Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup cause addiction?
Yes, Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup may cause addiction in patients with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse if they take it for a prolonged time. Therefore, Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup should be avoided in such patients.
What are the long-term side effects of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
Long-term use of phenobarbital can lead to changes in the soft tissues of the body. Symptoms include pain in the joints or thickening in areas such as the palm or the bottom of the foot. If you notice any changes of this kind, tell the doctor.
Can I stop taking Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup once my seizures get controlled?
No, you should not stop taking Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup without consulting your doctor. Sudden withdrawal can cause sleeplessness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, feeling sick, fits and delirium. The dose of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup should be reduced gradually.
What will happen if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
Swallowing more than the recommended doses may cause drowsiness, speech problems, jerky movements, jerky eye movements, loss of inhibition, reduced reflex response, low body temperature, low blood pressure and breathing problems. Contact your nearest hospital emergency services or your doctor immediately.
What are the effects of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup in children?
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup is useful in treating many kinds of seizures in children. It is often considered as the first choice to treat certain kinds of seizures in newborns. The child taking Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup treatment may develop problems with behavior and learning. Side effects are much more likely to be troublesome if high doses are given or if too high a dose is given at the beginning of the treatment. It may be necessary to increase the dose very slowly over several months.
Can I take folic acid with Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup causes folic acid deficiency which is responsible for certain types of anemia (megaloblastic anemia) in some patients. But if you take folic acid, then it may decrease the levels of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup in your body. This may lead to seizures. Therefore, folic acid should be avoided.
Can Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup cause withdrawal symptoms?
Yes, suddenly stopping Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup can cause withdrawal symptoms which include sleeplessness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, nausea, fits, and delirium.
Are there any tests available which check the levels of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup in the blood?
Yes, laboratory tests are available. If you feel excessively sleepy and experience tremor or balance issues or double vision, inform your doctor and get the levels checked.
For how long do I need to take Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup?
You should take Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup for the duration advised by your doctor. This drug has a habit-forming effect, therefore, its long-term use is not recommended.
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