Product introduction

Eptoin 50 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
 

Eptoin 50 Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include skin involuntary eye movement, lack of coordination, slurred speech, mental confusion, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and rash. Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression or suicidal thoughts. Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, Eptoin 50 Tablet can be taken if it is clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

Uses of Eptoin Tablet

• Epilepsy
• Mania
• Migraine
• Trigeminal neuralgia
• Seizures
• Treatment and prevention of Epilepsy/Seizures

Benefits of Eptoin Tablet

In Treatment and prevention of Epilepsy/Seizures

Eptoin 50 Tablet is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.
This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side effects of Eptoin Tablet

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 of Eptoin

• Rash
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Slurred speech
• Confusion
• Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
• Coordination disorder

How to use Eptoin Tablet

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. Eptoin 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Eptoin Tablet works

Eptoin 50 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Eptoin 50 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Eptoin 50 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Eptoin 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Eptoin 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Eptoin 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Eptoin 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Eptoin 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Eptoin 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Eptoin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Eptoin 50 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Eptoin 50 Tablet

?0.93/Tablet

M Toin 50mg Tablet

Medopharm

?0.17/tablet

82% cheaper

M Toin 50mg Tablet

Medopharm

?0.87/tablet

6% cheaper

Protoin 50mg Tablet

Sigmund Promedica

?0.78/tablet

16% cheaper

Epsod 50mg Tablet

Shine Pharmaceuticals Ltd

?0.79/tablet

15% cheaper

Epicent 50mg Tablet

Crescent Therapeutics Ltd

?0.91/tablet

2% cheaper

Quick tips

• Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
• Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
• Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
  • 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.

• It may increase blood sugar levels. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines to treat diabetes.

• It may cause swollen gum (gum hypertrophy), hence take care of oral or dental hygiene.
• Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
• Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Hydantoin Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Sodium Channel Modulators- Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs)