Description
Zonicep is a prescription treatment for partial seizures in adults. Doctor’s may prescribe it with other seizure medicines to gain control over seizures. The medicine has the active ingredient Zonisamide, which helps to stop seizures by decreasing the abnormal activity in the brain. The medicine should be used exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and duration of the treatment depends on the factors such as age, diet, and counteraction with other medicines. Be sure to take this anti-convulsant drug under the supervision of a doctor.
Product Description
Zonicep 100 mg may make you drowsy, thus avoid driving or operate machinery until you know how this anti-seizure drug affects you. Your doctor should be aware of all your medications that you may be taking including all your prescription, non-prescription, vitamins, or herbal supplements. Tell your doctor straight away if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. If this is the cases, your doctor will discuss with you the risks and benefits of using this anti-seizure drugs. A small number of people using Zonicep drug tend to have thoughts of harming or killing themselves. Please talk to your doctor if your mood changes. Do not take the drug if you are hypersensitive to sulfa medicines.
Side Effects
Possible side effects of Zonicep 100 mg include poor muscle coordination, depression, irritability, confusion, and a reduction in bicarbonate levels in the blood. Generally, these side effects go away after some time, in case if any of these persist for a longer duration, please discuss with your doctor. Also, if you witness any other side effects not listed in this medication guide, you need to discuss with your doctor for immediate medical help. However, a very few people witness serious problems associated with the use of Zonicep 100 mg.
How to Use
Be sure to follow your doctor’s directions when it comes to using Zonicep 100 mg. Always start a new medicine after consulting a doctor. Speak to your doctor if you have any doubt. The anti-epileptic drug comes in the form of capsules. It is important capsule whole with a glass of water. You can take it before or after consuming food. Usually the dose depends on the condition of the patient and how/she respond to the treatment. Your doctor will advise the right dose for you. It is advisable to drink at least 6 to 8 glasses a day. This helps to prevent kidney diseases.