Carbamazepine
Carbamazepine 100, 200 and 400 mg tablets, an anticonvulsant for epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia and bipolar disorder, the ingredient in Tegretol.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100mg | 30 tablets | US$23.10 | US$0.77 |
| 100mg | 60 tablets | US$39.00 | US$0.65 |
| 100mg | 90 tablets | US$54.00 | US$0.60 |
| 100mg | 120 tablets | US$66.00 | US$0.55 |
| 100mg | 180 tablets | US$93.60 | US$0.52 |
| 100mg | 360 tablets | US$172.80 | US$0.48 |
| 200mg | 30 tablets | US$23.70 | US$0.79 |
| 200mg | 60 tablets | US$44.40 | US$0.74 |
| 200mg | 90 tablets | US$54.00 | US$0.60 |
| 200mg | 120 tablets | US$66.00 | US$0.55 |
| 200mg | 180 tablets | US$93.60 | US$0.52 |
| 200mg | 360 tablets | US$172.80 | US$0.48 |
| 400mg | 30 tablets | US$31.50 | US$1.05 |
| 400mg | 60 tablets | US$58.80 | US$0.98 |
| 400mg | 90 tablets | US$81.90 | US$0.91 |
| 400mg | 120 tablets | US$100.80 | US$0.84 |
| 400mg | 180 tablets | US$140.40 | US$0.78 |
| 400mg | 360 tablets | US$273.60 | US$0.76 |
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Carbamazepine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 100 · 200 · 400mg
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Carbamazepine on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Epilepsy · Trigeminal Neuralgia · Bipolar Disorder
- Alternative names
- Tegretol
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
- Carboxamide
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; drowsiness; ataxia; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- fatigue; leukopenia; hyponatraemia; dry mouth
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Utilised to manage seizure disorders and indicated to address neuropathic pain.
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C in the original container.
- Drug interactions
- grapefruit juice; warfarin; oral contraceptives; lithium
- Age restrictions
- Adjust dose according to age-based guidelines.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to carbamazepine; atrioventricular block; history of bone marrow depression; porphyria; concurrent use of MAO inhibitors
Precautions and warnings
monitor for skin rashes; regular blood count monitoring required; caution in patients with hepatic or renal issues
Serious side effects
aplastic anaemia, requires immediate medical attention; agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention; Stevens-Johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; cardiac conduction block, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant that stabilizes hyperexcited nerve membranes by inhibiting repetitive neuronal firing through the blockade of voltage-gated sodium channels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of birth defects; use only if strictly necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant used for epilepsy, for the facial nerve pain of trigeminal neuralgia and in bipolar disorder. It comes as 100, 200 and 400 mg tablets; the original brand is Tegretol.
Carbamazepine can cause serious skin reactions (SJS and TEN); the risk is highest in people of Asian ancestry with an inherited risk factor, and your doctor will order lab tests before and during treatment. Call your doctor straight away about a painful rash, blistering, mouth sores, easy bruising or fever in the first months. It may also lower blood cell counts (MedlinePlus).
Buying Carbamazepine online
Generic carbamazepine from India costs little. It needs blood tests and a doctor’s supervision.
FAQ
What does Carbamazepine treat?
Carbamazepine contains carbamazepine, used for epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia and bipolar disorder. Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant that stabilises hyperexcited nerve membranes by inhibiting repetitive neuronal firing through the blockade of voltage-gated sodium channels.
What kind of medicine is Carbamazepine?
Yes. Carbamazepine is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, carbamazepine, rather than under a brand. The exact manufacturer depends on stock.
How much does Carbamazepine cost?
It depends on the strength and pack. Carbamazepine comes in 100, 200 and 400mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What other names is Carbamazepine sold under?
Other brands of carbamazepine include Tegretol.
How quickly does Carbamazepine work?
Carbamazepine usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. The exact timing differs between people.
What are the side effects of Carbamazepine?
The common side effects of carbamazepine are dizziness, drowsiness, ataxia and nausea. Less common ones include fatigue, leukopenia, hyponatraemia and dry mouth. Serious but less common side effects include aplastic anaemia, agranulocytosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and cardiac conduction block, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Carbamazepine interact with?
Carbamazepine can interact with grapefruit juice, warfarin, oral contraceptives and lithium. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Carbamazepine.
Do I need a prescription to order Carbamazepine online?
No, not online: VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order Carbamazepine. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Carbamazepine to Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Carbamazepine is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Carbamazepine, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.