Oxyrise

Yes, Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet affects weight and may cause weight gain. However, in some cases, weight loss has also been reported. Consult a dietician and follow a diet plan to maintain your weight.

You should not take Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet if you are allergic to Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet, eslicarbazepine or to any of their components. Also, pregnant women and women who take birth control pills should avoid Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet. Along with that, people having severe liver or kidney disease and people with a psychiatric disorder should avoid taking Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet.

Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet has fewer side effects as compared to carbamazepine. Moreover, Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet can be started with a clinically effective dose as against carbamazepine which may require frequent visits to the doctor before an effective dose can be decided based on the patient’s response to the treatment.

You should pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behaviour, thoughts or feelings. Be aware of common warning signs that might be a signal for risk of suicide. Some of these include talking or thinking about hurting yourself or ending your life, withdrawing from friends and family, becoming depressed or worsening your depression. Keep your appointment with your doctor on schedule, do not miss. Stay connected with the doctor even between visits.

You should take your medicine for the time and duration prescribed by your doctor. Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet helps to control your epilepsy but does not cure it. You must take this medicine every day, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Oxyrise OD 150mg Tablet or lower the dose yourself. Stopping your medicine suddenly or lowering the dose may cause seizures. Consult your doctor who may reduce the dose gradually before stopping it completely.