Zonimid 100 Capsule (Zonisamide)

INTRODUCTION

ZONIMID 100MG contains Zonisamide which belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants, which is used to treat partial seizures. It suppresses the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal and cause seizures. Partial seizure is a seizure which affects only one part of the brain.

Zonisamide exerts anticonvulsant effects by blocking specific pores on the surface of nerve cells called sodium and calcium channels which are responsible for transmission of electrical impulses between nerve cells. By blocking these channels, zonisamide prevents the nerve cells from synchronizing their activity and prevents abnormal electrical activity spreading through the brain, thus reducing the chances of epilepsy.

Take ZONIMID 100MG according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow as a whole, do not crush or chew. It is not recommended for children below the age of 6 years. Drink sufficient amount of water, which reduces the risk of kidney stones, overheating and keeps cool. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney, liver problems, depression or suicidal thoughts and if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. It is not recommended during breastfeeding. The common side effects are dizziness, loss of appetite, headache, nausea, agitation and irritability.

USES OF ZONIMID 100MG

Treat partial seizures (epilepsy)

HOW ZONIMID 100MG WORKS

ZONIMID 100MG exerts anticonvulsant effects by blocking specific pores on the surface of nerve cells called sodium and calcium channels which are responsible for transmission of electrical impulses between nerve cells. By blocking these channels, zonisamide prevents the nerve cells from synchronizing their activity and prevents abnormal electrical activity spreading through the brain and thus reduces the chances of epilepsy.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take ZONIMID 100MG according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow as a whole, do not crush or chew. It can be taken with or without food.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ZONIMID 100MG

SERIOUS
Skin rash
Back pain, abdominal pain, blood in urine
Fever, sore throat, sores in your mouth, or bruising easily
Depression, unusual thoughts
Difficulty in concentration, coordination problems
Speech or language problems
COMMON
Drowsiness
Loss of appetite
Dizziness, headache
Nausea
Agitation, irritability

Dosage

Zonimid 25 Capsule
Zonimid 50 Capsule
Zonimid 100 Capsule

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Drowsiness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Nausea:

Stick to simple normal meals and do not eat rich or spicy foods.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
ZONIMID 100MG should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

BREASTFEEDING
ZONIMID 100MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause sleepiness, affects your concentration or drowsiness.

KIDNEY
ZONIMID 100MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice

LIVER
ZONIMID 100MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALLERGY
Do not take if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Zonisamide.

OTHERS

Inform your doctor if you have,

Eye problems (glaucoma)

INTERACTIONS

Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following,

Sulphonamides
Topiramate, acetazolamide
Digoxin and quinidine (used to treat heart conditions)
Phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbitone and rifampicin (used to treat epilepsy)