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Carbamazepine Extended-Release Capsules (Carbatrol) and Depression

Result of checking the interaction of drug Carbamazepine Extended-Release Capsules (Carbatrol) and disease Depression for safety when used together.

Check result:

Carbamazepine Extended-Release Capsules (Carbatrol) <> Depression

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Antiepileptic drugs can increase depression and suicidal thoughts or behaviors in patients receiving these drugs for any indication. Patients should be monitored for the emergence or worsening of depression, suicidal thoughts and unusual changes in mood or behavior. Caregivers and family should be alert for the emergence or worsening of symptoms. Behaviors of concern should be reported immediately to the healthcare providers.

Carbamazepine Extended-Release Capsules (Carbatrol)

Generic Name: carbamazepine

Brand Name: Carbatrol, Epitol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR, Tegretol, Tegretol XR

Synonyms: Carbamazepine, CarBAMazepine

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