Xdv 250mg Tablet ER

Short Description

Xdv 250mg Tablet ER is a medicine used to treat epilepsy, prevent and control seizures, and prevent migraines.

Dosage Form

Tablet ER

Introduction

Xdv 250mg Tablet ER is an antiepileptic medication used to treat epilepsy, prevent and control seizures, and prevent migraines. It is also used in the prevention of bipolar disorder. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may trigger seizures and if you stop, your condition may get worse. It should never be stopped suddenly.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Xdv 250mg Tablet ER may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Headache Blurred vision Nausea Vomiting Dizziness Tiredness Unsteadiness Bruising Decreased body temperature

Alcohol Warning

Xdv 250mg Tablet ER may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Xdv 250mg Tablet ER is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Xdv 250mg Tablet ER is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Alprazolam Chlordiazepoxide Clobazam Clonazepam

Xdv 250mg Tablet ER is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures. It can be taken with or without food Better to take with food to avoid stomach upset. Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you. Practice yoga every day. Get enough sleep at nighttime. Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop. Take your medication on time. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Monitor your weight during treatment with this medicine as it can cause weight gain. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor how the medication is affecting your body.