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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS

About Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s

Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s belongs to a group of medicines called anti-convulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder characterized by a sudden rush of electrical activity in the brain leading to seizures, unusual behaviour, and loss of awareness. 

Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s works by reducing the attacks of seizures or epilepsy by decreasing the nerve impulses that cause fits. Thereby helps in controlling seizures.

You are advised to take Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side-effects such as dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, headache, nausea, vomiting, double vision, stomach pain, diarrhoea or constipation, and weakness. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s without consulting your doctor to avoid precipitating seizures. Do not take Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Avoid taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s while breastfeeding as it may cause side-effects in breastfed babies. Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s should not be given to children unless prescribed. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.

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Uses of Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s

Epilepsy

Medicinal Benefits

Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s belongs to a group of medicines called anti-convulsants or anti-epileptics. Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s works by decreasing the nerve impulses that cause fits and pain thereby controlling seizures. Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s is used alone or in combination to treat and prevent partial seizures in adults. Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s may be used as sole therapy in treating and preventing seizures in children above 4 years or is used in combination in children above 2 years. Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s does not cause dependence or tolerance.

Side Effects of Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s

  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Tiredness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Weakness

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in a tablespoon full of boiled and cooled water and consume it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have or had heart problems, kidney and liver problems, if you have low levels of sodium in blood or if you are taking medicines that could lower the levels of sodium in the blood, or if you are using hormonal contraceptives. Do not stop taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s without consulting your doctor to avoid precipitating seizures. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Nursing mothers should consult the doctor before using Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s as it may pass into the breast milk and affect the baby. Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s should not be given to children unless prescribed. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.

Therapeutic Class

ANTICONVULSANT

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OxcarbazepineRasagiline
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OxcarbazepineProcarbazine
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OxcarbazepineRasagiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
Combining Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Rasagiline can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Rasagiline is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing or hearing things that do not exist), seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasms, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OxcarbazepineProcarbazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
Combining Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Procarbazine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition when your body has too much of a chemical called serotonin), further leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Procarbazine is not recommended as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination (seeing or hearing things that do not exist), seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
OxcarbazepineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
Combining Tranylcypromine with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
OxcarbazepineLinezolid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
When Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s is taken with Linezolid, it can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition when your body has too much of a chemical called serotonin), further leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Linezolid is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination (seeing or hearing things that do not exist), seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
OxcarbazepineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
Combining Furazolidone with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition when your body has too much of a chemical called serotonin), further leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Furazolidone is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination (seeing or hearing things that do not exist), seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
OxcarbazepinePhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
Combining Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Phenelzine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition when your body has too much of a chemical called serotonin), further leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Phenelzine is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination (seeing or hearing things that do not exist), seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
OxcarbazepineIsocarboxazid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
Combining Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Isocarboxazid can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition when your body has too much of a chemical called serotonin), further leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Isocarboxazid is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination (seeing or hearing things that do not exist), seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
OxcarbazepineRilpivirine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
When Rilpivirine is taken with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s, rilpivirine's blood levels may drop noticeably, potentially decreasing its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rilpivirine with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s is not recommended as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice
OxcarbazepineRanolazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
When Ranolazine is taken with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Ranolazine, which may make the medication ineffective or less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s with Ranolazine is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
OxcarbazepineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s can increase the effects of Selegiline on serotonin levels (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Xbaren 150mg Tablet 10s together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A ketogenic diet (low in carbohydrates and high in fats) is recommended for children with epilepsy. This diet helps in utilizing fat instead of glucose for the generation of energy.
  • Atkins's diet (high fat and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.
  • Exercising regularly helps in maintaining weight and improving overall health. 
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity and improves coping skills.
  • Have a seizure response plan, this helps those around you know what to do.
  • Prepare your living area; small changes may help in reducing the risk of physical injury during a seizure.
  • Understand what triggers seizures and try reducing or avoiding them.
  • Please pay attention to overall health as it can help in reducing seizure activity.
  • Install an alarm or emergency device to get assistance during a seizure attack.

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Epilepsy/Seizures: Seizures, also known as fits or convulsions, is a single occurrence of abnormal electrical activity in the brain, whereas epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. The possible causes of epilepsy include traumatic brain injury, scarring on the brain after a brain injury, high fever, stroke, vascular diseases, lack of oxygen to the brain, brain tumours, and genetic disorders. Symptoms include mood changes, anxiousness, nausea, dizziness, weakness, headache, muscle jerking, spasms, loss of balance, teeth clenching, rapid blinking or eye movements, biting the tongue, confusion, and loss of consciousness.

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