CompositionZen 200 Tablet is used to control several types of epilepsy, including focal (partial), generalised tonic-clonic and mixed seizures, and to relieve the pain of trigeminal neuralgia. It is a single-ingredient medicine containing carbamazepine 200mg, which belongs to a class of medicines called anticonvulsants (antiepileptics).
This medicine calms overactive nerve signals in the brain and nerves, reducing seizures and the sudden, shooting facial pain of trigeminal neuralgia. Your doctor will start with a low dose and increase it gradually. Take it with or after food, at the same times each day, exactly as prescribed.
Keeping regular sleep, avoiding alcohol and never missing doses help control seizures. Avoid grapefruit juice, which can raise carbamazepine levels.
Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly, as seizures may return. People of Asian origin, including Indian people, may be tested for a gene called HLA-B*1502 before starting, as it is linked to severe skin reactions; stop and seek medical help straight away for a spreading rash, blistering or mouth ulcers. Carbamazepine can lower blood sodium and blood counts, so report fever, sore throat, unusual bruising, confusion or drowsiness, and your doctor may check blood tests. It makes hormonal contraceptives less effective and can harm an unborn baby, so discuss contraception and pregnancy plans with your doctor. Before starting, tell your doctor about heart, liver or kidney problems, glaucoma, and all other medicines you take. Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor advises you to do so.
