OXCARBAZEPINE and EPILEPSY

888 reports of this reaction

1.5% of all OXCARBAZEPINE reports

#19 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

EPILEPSY is the #19 most commonly reported adverse reaction for OXCARBAZEPINE, manufactured by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. There are 888 FDA adverse event reports linking OXCARBAZEPINE to EPILEPSY. This represents approximately 1.5% of all 60,018 adverse event reports for this drug.

OXCARBAZEPINE has an overall safety score of 85 out of 100. Patients taking OXCARBAZEPINE who experience epilepsy should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

EPILEPSY888 of 60,018 reports

EPILEPSY is a less commonly reported adverse event for OXCARBAZEPINE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of OXCARBAZEPINE

In addition to epilepsy, the following adverse reactions have been reported for OXCARBAZEPINE:

Other Drugs Associated with EPILEPSY

The following drugs have also been linked to epilepsy in FDA adverse event reports:

BRIVARACETAMCARBAMAZEPINECLOBAZAMFELBAMATELACOSAMIDELAMOTIRIGINELAMOTRIGINE EXTENDED RELEASELEVETIRACETAMLEVETIRACETAM IN SODIUM CHLORIDELEVETIRACETAM INJECTIONLEVETIRACETAM ORALPERAMPANELPHENOBARBITALPHENOBARBITAL SODIUMPHENYTOINPHENYTOIN SODIUMRUFINAMIDEVALPROATE SODIUMVARDENAFIL HYDROCHLORIDEVIGABATRIN

Frequently Asked Questions

Does OXCARBAZEPINE cause EPILEPSY?

EPILEPSY has been reported as an adverse event in 888 FDA reports for OXCARBAZEPINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is EPILEPSY with OXCARBAZEPINE?

EPILEPSY accounts for approximately 1.5% of all adverse event reports for OXCARBAZEPINE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience EPILEPSY while taking OXCARBAZEPINE?

If you experience epilepsy while taking OXCARBAZEPINE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

Related Pages

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Disclaimer: This analysis is based on FDA adverse event reports and is for informational purposes only. Reports do not prove causation. Always consult your healthcare provider.