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Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of epilepsy and the symptoms associated with it like seizures. It contains Phenobarbital, which works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain thereby prevents and control seizures. Additionally, it calms down the excited chemical of the brain and makes a person relaxed, so that the brain can function properly. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as drowsiness, lethargy, residual sedation, vomiting, and headache. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Synonym

FENOBARBITAL, PHENOBARBITAL

Manufacturer/Marketer

Tripada Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-26

for this medicine

About Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medicines known as ' anti-convulsant drugs', indicated in the treatment of epilepsy and the symptoms associated with it like seizures. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which nerves present in the brain fail to function properly resulting in seizures, sensation, unusual behavior, and even sometimes loss of consciousness. 

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's consists of Phenobarbital which works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain thereby prevents and control seizures. Additionally, it calms down the excited chemical of the brain and makes a person relaxed so that the brain can function properly. 

Take Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed.  Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is usually recommended to take before bedtime so that a person can sleep well and medicine can work effectively. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. Some patients taking Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's may experience unpleasant effects of this medicine that include drowsiness, lethargy, residual sedation, vomiting, and headache. Most of these side effects of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Don't increase or decrease the dosing strength of the medicine as the doctor may initially advise a lower dose of this medicine and then gradually increase the dose to prevent the chances of adverse reaction including dizziness, and drowsiness. This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease,  chronic pain,  pituitary gland disorder, and pheochromocytoma. Persons who are allergic to Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's or any of its constituents or are taking a blood thinner such as warfarin are not allowed to take this medicine.

Uses of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's

Treatment of Epilepsy/ seizures.

Medicinal Benefits

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medications known as anticonvulsants that are used for the treatment of all types of epilepsy except absence seizures.  This medicine works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity of the brain that causes seizures. Additionally, it also calms down the exciting chemicals of the brain so that a person feels relaxed. By controlling seizures, Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's allows a person to do daily activities and also reduces the risk of unconsciousness and repeated seizures.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take it with or without food in doses as prescribed by a doctor with the help of a measuring cup.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's

  • Excitation
  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness

Drug Warnings

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended in patients with severe asthma or COPD, severe liver disease, porphyria, or a history of addiction to phenobarbital. Follow the doctor's advice if you are taking this medication in pregnancy as seizure control is important during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are planning to be pregnant or pregnant. This is a habit-forming medicine so never advise it to anyone. Never start or stop taking this drug without asking the doctor. If a person stops taking it without asking the doctor then they could face withdrawal symptoms like hallucinations, twitching, anxiety, and trouble in sleeping. So dosage should be reduced gradually before stopping it completely.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Some of the medications that can interact with Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's include anti-inflammatory medication (Aspirin), Opioid medications (codeine, hydrocodone, methadone, buprenorphine/naloxone, tramadol), antiepileptic’s (oxcarbazepine, phenytoin, and sodium valproate), Antipsychotics (chlorpromazine), and Folic acid..  This is not a complete list of drug interactions, so tell your doctor every possible drug, herbal and non-herbal products, you are using.

Drug-Food Interaction: Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's may interact with alcohol and can cause serious addiction effects, so one should not consume alcohol. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: The use of the name is restricted in medical conditions, including acute intermittent porphyria, severe respiratory depression, and severe renal or hepatic impairment.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • OXCARBAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • SODIUM VALPROATE
  • CHLORPROMAZINE
  • FOLIC ACID
  • CODEINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • METHADONE
  • TRAMADOL
  • BUPRENORPHINE

Habit Forming

Yes

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • The first thing a person should do is to quit smoking as smoking makes it difficult for Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's to work properly, increases the chances of epilepsy attacks, and even it damages the lungs. Better to quit it.

  • Include vegetables and fruit in your diet that are packed with oxidants and improve brain health. This will prevent epilepsy attacks. 

  • Set asleep and waking up time and get about 7-8 hours of sleep.

  • Fatigue is one of the primary reasons that trigger seizures in the body, so sleeping properly can help in relaxing the brain.

  • Do not consume alcohol as it may raise the risk of epilepsy attacks. 

  • Keep yourself happy and avoid taking emotional stress as stress causes seizures. Persons who maintain healthy stress levels have reported that they have responded well to the medicine.

Special Advise

Diagnostic tests like Electroencephalogram, High-density EEG, Computerized tomography (CT) scan, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can help in diagnosing epilepsy.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Epilepsy: It is a chronic neurological disorder that is followed by repeated seizures. Usually, the neurons present in the brain generate electrical signals to communicate with each other. In epilepsy, these electrical signals get burst and imbalanced that affects the consciousness, sensations, and movements of the body. Some of the factors that can increase the risk of seizure include stress, sleep deprivation, tiredness, and alcohol use. The common symptoms of epilepsy are changes in the sense of taste, touch, smell, sight, hearing, dizziness twitching of limbs.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Being barbiturates, Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is a habit-forming medication that can cause drug dependence in them. The risks of dependence get enhanced when coupled with alcohol, so do not drink alcohol to get more reliable results.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Follow all the directions given by the physician if you are taking Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's during pregnancy as convulsion control becomes very important during pregnancy, and the occurrence of a seizure could harm both mother and unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, they will suggest the right dose of medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's can only be given to breastfeeding mothers if strongly suggested by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness or dizziness and other symptoms that can affect the thinking ability of a person, so avoid doing such activity.

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Liver

Unsafe

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's can not be indicated in patients with severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's can only be advised to patients dealing with kidney disorders if strongly suggested by a doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. Initially the child feels sleepy, but soon the child will develop tolerance to the unpleasant effects of medication.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3 Yogi Complex, Nr Doordarshan, Kendra, Thaltej, Ahmedabad, India 380054.
Other Info - BAR0172

FAQs

Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of epilepsy and the symptoms associated with it like seizures.
Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of medications known as barbiturate anticonvulsants/hypnotics. It works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that occurs during a seizure. Additionally, it also calms down the exciting chemicals of the brain so that a person feels relaxed.
Yes, Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is a habit-forming medicine that can cause serious drug addiction so one should talk to their doctor before quitting it completely.
Being barbiturates, Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is a habit-forming medicine that can cause drug addiction in them. The dangers of addiction get increased when combined with alcohol, so do not consume alcohol to get better results.
Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food; however, there are chances of vomiting when taken on an empty stomach. It is better to take Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's with one glass of milk or after food to avoid stomach upset or as suggested by the doctor.
No, do not stop taking Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's without confirming with the doctor as it may worsen or cause a severe seizure. It is better to talk to the doctor as they may reduce the dosage before completely stopping it.
Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's can take about 2 to 4 hours in adults to show its beneficial action and stays in the body for 10 to 12 hours. It would be better to talk to the doctor for complete information.
If you forget to take a dose of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's take it as soon as you remember. However if it is almost time for next scheduled dose. Continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Long term side effects of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's are changes in the soft tissues of the body. Symptoms include pain in the joint discomfort or thickening in some places, such the palm or bottom of the foot, if you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Taking more than the recommended dose of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's can lead to an overdose, overdose symptoms include drowsiness, speech problems, jerky movements, jerky eye movements, loss of inhibition, reduced reflex response, low body temperature, low blood pressure and breathing problems. If you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor immediately.
Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's is used in children to treat and prevent seizures. However, it can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, and hyperactivity. It's important to monitor your child for any unusual symptoms and consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
No, do not take folic acid while taking Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's. Because folic acid interacts with Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's and may decrease the levels of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's in your body. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
The duration for taking Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's depends on your specific condition and your doctor's recommendations. However, the exact duration should be determined by your doctor based on your response to Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's and any side effects you may experience. Therefore, It's important to follow your doctor's instructions and do not stop taking Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor.
Yes, there is a test called the phenobarbital test that measures the level of phenobarbital in your blood. If you feel excessively sleepy and experience tremor or balance issues or double vision, inform your doctor and get the levels checked.
Yes, Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's can cause withdrawal symptoms like hallucinations, twitching, anxiety, and trouble in sleeping. So dosage should be reduced gradually before stopping it completely. And also inform your doctor before stopping Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's. However, if you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor.
The common side effects of Barbex-30 mg Tablet 10's are drowsiness, lethargy, residual sedation, vomiting, and headache. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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