RSD Alert
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RSD Alert is a voluntary
organisation publishing RSD/CRPS
information, mostly provided
by our readers.
Every approved medical drug works for some people but not for others.
Don't be alarmed by what you read. If in doubt consult your medical
advisor.
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Drugs |
Drugs on RSD Alert
(notes and comments from correspondents) |
Carbamazepine |
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Description |
An anticonvulsant that is used in treating epilepsy and trigeminal neuralgia. Is also sometimes used for its diuretic properties to assist treatment for diabetes insipidus. Also marketed as Tegretol. |
Side effects(Don't be unduly alarmed. All drugs cause side effects for some patients) |
Possible unsteadiness and/or blurred vision. High dosage may cause dizziness. Sometimes results in a rash or gastrointestinal disturbances. |
Warnings(These are standard cautions but may not be applicable to your case) |
Not to be used for patients who have porphyria or certain heart disturbances or who have impaired liver function or glaucoma. Not to be used by patients who have recently used MAO inhibitor drugs. |
Comments |
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I have been prescribed some new tablets carbamazepine but I have not taken them yet. I am not sure I want to. They are epilepsy tablets. Sharon - Lincoln, UK I am now taking Carbamezapine (Tegretol) 800mg and Prozac. Although I have a kidney condition and was concerned about the side effects, I find the benefits outweigh the risk . Vicki - Walsall, England Remember - RSD/CRPS is rooted in the nervous system. The
discovery that epilepsy drugs may have beneficial effects for
RSD patients does not imply that they have epilepsy. |
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