Mysoline (Oral)
Primidone is an anticonvulsant that is used alone or with other medications to control seizures in adults and children.
Primidone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Mysoline (Oral)?
You should not use this medicine if you have:
Do not start or stop seizure medication during pregnancy without your doctor's advice.Tell your doctor if you become pregnant. Having a seizure during pregnancy could harm both mother and baby.
If you take primidone during pregnancy, be sure to tell the doctor who delivers your baby. Both you and the baby may need medication to prevent bleeding during delivery and just after birth.
If you are pregnant, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry to track the effects of primidone on the baby.
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding, tell your doctor if you notice drowsiness in the nursing baby.
- an allergy to phenobarbital; or
- porphyria (a genetic disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system).
- depression;
- a mood disorder; or
- suicidal thoughts or actions.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking seizure medicine. Stay alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Your family or caregivers should also watch for sudden changes in your behavior.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Mysoline (Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you have (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). signs of an allergic reactionor a severe skin reaction
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Tell your doctor right away if you have new or sudden changes in mood or behavior, including new or worse depression or anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, more active or talkative, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
- extreme drowsiness, falling asleep suddenly, even after feeling alert; or
- signs of infection--fever, swollen glands, shortness of breath, chills, sore throat, body aches, unusual tiredness, loss of appetite, bruising or bleeding.
- dizziness, drowsiness, vertigo (spinning sensation);
- problems with walking or moving;
- nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite;
- feeling tired or irritable;
- vision problems; or
- impotence, sexual problems.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Mysoline (Oral) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Do not start or stop seizure medication during pregnancy without your doctor's advice.Tell your doctor if you become pregnant. Having a seizure during pregnancy could harm both mother and baby.
If you take primidone during pregnancy, be sure to tell the doctor who delivers your baby. Both you and the baby may need medication to prevent bleeding during delivery and just after birth.
If you are pregnant, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry to track the effects of primidone on the baby.
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding, tell your doctor if you notice drowsiness in the nursing baby.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Mysoline (Oral)?
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Mysoline (Oral)?
Use Mysoline (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
You may not fully benefit from this medicine for up to several weeks. Your doctor will determine how long to treat you with this medicine.
You should not stop using primidone suddenly.Seizures may increase if you stop using primidone. Ask your doctor before stopping the medicine.
You may need blood tests, and your next dose may be changed based on the results. Your doctor will need to check your progress on a regular basis.
You may be given other medications such as folic acid to help prevent serious side effects. Keep taking these medicines for as long as your doctor has prescribed.
Doses may be based on weight for children under 8 years old. Your child's dose may change if the child gains or loses weight.
Store tightly closed at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. take two doses at one time. Do not
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Mysoline (Oral)?
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