Zonegram 100 mg Tablet 10's

Zonegram 100 mg Tablet is used to treat epilepsy (seizures/fits). Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures.

Zonegram 100 mg Tablet contains 'Zonisamide’ that reduces the abnormal and excessive activity of nerve impulses in the brain that cause fits or seizures. This helps in controlling seizures.

In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as dizziness, irritability, loss of appetite, constipation, nausea, headache, and uncontrolled movements. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor about your health conditions and medicines to prevent side effects. Do not take Zonegram 100 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Zonegram 100 mg Tablet can cause permanent vision loss. Inform your doctor immediately if you have any eye pain, redness, or any changes in your vision.

Zonegram 100 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures. The detailed use of Zonegram 100 mg Tablet is as follows:

• Seizure Management: Zonegram 100 mg Tablet is used as adjunctive therapy to control partial seizures in epilepsy patients by stabilising abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

• Zonegram 100 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• It is usually taken once or twice a day or as directed by the doctor.
• Swallow Zonegram 100 mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not chew, crush, or break it.

• Zonegram 100 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-convulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits.
• It works by blocking the sodium and calcium currents in the brain and suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of nerve impulses in the brain that cause fits and pain. This helps in controlling seizures.
• Zonegram 100 mg Tablet is used alone or in combination to treat and prevent partial seizures and generalised seizures in adults.
• It may be used as solo therapy or in combination to treat and prevent seizures in children above 6 years of age.
• Zonegram 100 mg Tablet is not associated with any psychological or physical dependence, and there is no potential for abuse.

• Do not take Zonegram 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or any of its contents.
• Avoid intake of Zonegram 100 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor.
• Breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before using Zonegram 100 mg Tablet .
• Zonegram 100 mg Tablet should not be given to children unless prescribed.
• Inform your doctor before taking Zonegram 100 mg Tablet if you have or have had kidney and liver problems, glaucoma, high levels of ammonia, osteoporosis, depression, heart problems, or if you have low levels of bicarbonate in your blood, or if you have previously suffered from kidney stones.
• Do not stop taking Zonegram 100 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening of seizure episodes.
• Zonegram 100 mg Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert.
• Avoid consuming alcohol along with Zonegram 100 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness.
• Consult your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings or suicidal tendencies.
• Zonegram 100 mg Tablet can cause permanent vision loss. If you experience any eye pain, redness, or vision changes, inform your doctor immediately.