Zonegran Tablet 10's

Zonegran Tablet is used in the treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures.

Zonisamide 100mg

Zonegran Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol

Zonegran Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Zonisamide : Dizziness, Loss of appetite, Memory impairement, Drowsiness, Impaired concentration, Altered walking, Coordination impaired, Anger

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

Zonegran Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It prevents seizures in patients with epilepsy by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Q. What happens if I stop taking Zonegran?
Do not stop taking Zonegran without talking to your doctor. Stopping Zonegran suddenly may cause serious problems, including seizures that will not stop.

Q. My friend, who was on Zonegran, developed severe muscle pain with fever. What could this be due to?
Severe muscle pain or weakness, with or without fever, could be due to Zonegran. Consult your doctor immediately. The doctor may suggest some blood tests to check your levels of serum creatine phosphokinase and aldolase enzymes. Elevated levels of these enzymes may prompt the doctor to discontinue Zonegran.

Q. What are the effects of Zonegran in children?
Zonegran works well in children and is well tolerated by most of them. The common side effects in children include problems with thinking or behavior, followed by stomach upset. One dangerous side effect of Zonegran in children is decreased sweating with fever. This affects children but not adults and is more common in summers.

Q. I have been taking Zonegran for epilepsy since a month, but now I feel that my life has come to an end and sometimes I want to harm myself. Is it because of the medicine? What should I do?
Though uncommon, Zonegran may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior. Sometimes, it can also be due to the disease itself. You should immediately consult your doctor who will consider discontinuing Zonegran. We recommend that you take the help of your friend or relative to go to the hospital.

Q. Does Zonegran cause weight loss?
Yes, Zonegran may cause weight loss. If you lose weight, consult a dietician for dietary supplement or try to increase your food portions. In case you lose a lot of weight, consider discontinuing Zonegran after consulting your doctor. Weight loss may be more serious in children, so be cautious and keep monitoring the weight.

Q. Does Zonegran affect the working of birth control pills?
No, Zonegran does not interfere with the working of birth control pills.

Q. Does Zonegran have any effect on kidneys?
Yes, if you are at a risk of developing kidney stones, taking Zonegran may increase that risk. Stones can lead to further kidney damage. The symptoms of kidney stones include severe sharp pain in lower abdomen or back pain. Increase your fluid intake which can reduce the risk of kidney stones. Consult your doctor if you get any such symptoms.

Zonegran Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Zonegran Tablet may affect your concentration, ability to react/respond, and may make you feel sleepy, particularly at the beginning of your treatment or after your dose is increased.