Opitone 60 Tablet
Manufacturer:
Overseas Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition: Phenobarbitone (60mg)
Action Class: Barbiturates
Uses
Epilepsy
Anesthesia
Epilepsy/Seizures
Anesthesia
Epilepsy/Seizures
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Product Description
Opitone 60 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called barbiturates. It is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). They also have hypnotic properties. This means, they slow down the activity of the brain and can make you feel sleepy or dizzy. Opitone 60 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it may be habit-forming with long-term use. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, hyperactivity, depression, confusion, decreased blood pressure, and fatigue. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.Remember to consult your doctor if you notice severe rashes, especially accompanied by fever after taking this medicine. It should be noted that long-term use of this medicine can cause pain in joints also.
Key Benefits
Explore the benefits of Opitone 60 Tablet. Use as directed by your physician or as described in the instructions.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Sleepiness
Common Side Effects :
Sleepiness
How To Use
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. Opitone 60 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How It Works
Opitone 60 Tablet controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Alternate Brands
No alternate brands found for this medicine.
Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Opitone 60 Tablet.
Pregnancy:
Opitone 60 Tablet 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.
Breastfeeding:
Opitone 60 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Monitor the baby for sleepiness, skin rash, and feeding issues.
Driving:
Opitone 60 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:
Opitone 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Opitone 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Opitone 60 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:
Opitone 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Opitone 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Opitone 60 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Opitone 60 Tablet.
Pregnancy:
Opitone 60 Tablet 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.
Breastfeeding:
Opitone 60 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Monitor the baby for sleepiness, skin rash, and feeding issues.
Driving:
Opitone 60 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:
Opitone 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Opitone 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Opitone 60 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:
Opitone 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Opitone 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Opitone 60 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Quick Tips
Opitone 60 Tablet helps in treatment and prevention of seizures.
It may be habit-forming with long-term use.
Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease.
Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Opitone 60 Tablet helps in treatment and prevention of seizures.
It may be habit-forming with long-term use.
Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease.
Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
It may be habit-forming with long-term use.
Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease.
Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Opitone 60 Tablet helps in treatment and prevention of seizures.
It may be habit-forming with long-term use.
Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease.
Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Opitone 60 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
