paramethadione Health Article

What are the possible side effects of paramethadione?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking paramethadione and seek emergency medical attention:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• a rash;

• worsening of seizures;

• sore throat or fever;

• changes in your vision;

• easy or unusual bleeding or bruising;

• bleeding nose; or

• extreme drowsiness or dizziness.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take paramethadione and talk to your doctor if you experience

• mild dizziness, poor coordination, or drowsiness;

• blurred or double vision, or irregular back-and-forth movements of the eyes;

• decreased appetite, nausea, or vomiting; or

• increased sensitivity of your skin to sunlight.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect paramethadione?

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all medicines that you are taking, including over-the-counter preparations, so that your therapy can be monitored.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about paramethadione written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Paramethadione is available with a prescription under the brand name Paradione. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medicine, especially if it is new to you.

• Paradione 150 mg--orange capsules

• Paradione 300 mg--green capsules

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.