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Celontin | ERFA Canada Inc. (CA) | 300mg | 100 capsules | $145.00 | |
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Celontin | ERFA Canada Inc. (CA) | 300mg | 200 capsules | $285.00 | |
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Celontin | ERFA Canada Inc. (CA) | 300mg | 300 capsules | $420.00 |
This item requires a prescription from your doctor.
General Information On Celontin
Celontin (generic name: Methsuximide) is used by itself or along with other medications to control and prevent petit mal or absence type of seizures. Methsuximide belongs to the category of anticonvulsants, which work by gaining control over abnormal electrical activities in the patient’s brain during seizures. This medicine is available in the form of an oral capsule, which is to be taken as prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects for Celontin
Dizziness, drowsiness, loss of appetite, stomach or abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, weight loss, headache, and lack of coordination are some common side effects of the drug. Some patients taking Celontin may also complain of suicidal thoughts, depression, and mental or mood changes. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice sudden changes in your moods and thoughts and witness behavioral changes like signs of depression. You also need to watch out for swelling or pain in the joints, rashes on the cheeks and nose, easy bleeding and bruising, rapid breathing, severe tiredness, and flu-like symptoms such as persistent sore throat and fever. An allergic reaction to Celontin can be identified by itching or swelling of the face, throat, tongue, or lips, breathing trouble, severe dizziness, rashes, or hives.
Precautions
Before your doctor recommends you to buy Celontin, you should inform him/her if you have an allergy to methsuximide, ethosuximide, or any active or inactive ingredients in the medicine. You should also consult your doctor if you have a severe kidney or liver problems. As Celontin makes you drowsy or dizzy, you should not drive a vehicle, use a machine, or do any such activity that calls for complete alertness. Alcoholic beverages may worsen the side effects of the drug, and so, you should limit your alcohol intake; if possible, avoid alcohol altogether as long as you are on Celontin treatment. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should use Celontin only if it is clearly needed, because its safety during these instances has not been clearly indicated.
Celontin Dosage
During the first week, you will be given Celontin 300mg per day, which can be increased after one week to Celontin 300mg for 3 weeks. The daily dose should not exceed Celontin 1.2g. Smaller children are prescribed one Celontin 150mg capsule per day. The drug can be recommended to you along with other anticonvulsant medicines in order treat your condition efficiently.
Interactions
As the drug causes dizziness, you should inform your doctor if you are taking other similar drugs including antihistamines, sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medications, muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers, and antidepressants. These may include alprazolam, zolpidem, diazepam, cetirizine, codeine or diphenhydramine. Some medicines for cold and cough and allergies may also contain drugs that may cause drowsiness. Apart from these, you should inform your doctor about all the medicinal products you are taking at present, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, herbal products, health supplements, and topical applications. Depending on your condition and the other drugs you take, your doctor will be able to decide whether Celontin is the right drug for you or not.
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