Product introduction
Torpanel 4 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as antiepileptics. It is used to treat epilepsy (seizures) in people who have repeated seizures (fits). It helps reduce the frequency of seizures that affect a part or whole of the brain.
Torpanel 4 Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day, preferably before going to bed. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. 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. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase seizure frequency.
Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, anger, nausea, and balance disorder (loss of balance). 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. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as it may lead to suicidal thoughts.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, depression, or suicidal thoughts and if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. You should not breastfeed while taking this medicine. Alcohol may increase the risk of seizures and worsen the side effects such as drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Your kidney function may need to be tested often while taking this medicine.
Uses of Torpanel Tablet
- Epilepsy/Seizures
Benefits of Torpanel Tablet
In Epilepsy/Seizures
Torpanel 4 Tablet slows down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
Side effects of Torpanel 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 Torpanel
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Fall
- Nausea
- Weight gain
- Vertigo
- Impaired coordination
- Altered walking
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Bruise
- Abdominal pain
- Anxiety
How to use Torpanel 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. Torpanel 4 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Torpanel Tablet works
Torpanel 4 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It prevents seizures in patients with epilepsy by blocking a receptor in the brain known as the glutamate receptor, thereby suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Torpanel 4 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Torpanel 4 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Torpanel 4 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Torpanel 4 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Torpanel 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Torpanel 4 Tablet should not be used in patients with severe liver disease.
Torpanel 4 Tablet should not be used in patients with severe liver disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Torpanel 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Torpanel 4 Tablet should not be used in severe liver disease
Torpanel 4 Tablet should not be used in severe liver disease
What if you forget to take Torpanel Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Torpanel 4 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.
| Weight | 11 g |
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