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Flugesic 800mg Tablet

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Khushbu Goel, DM, MD
Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)
Flugesic 800mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures). It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain.
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General Information

Contains

Eslicarbazepine (800mg)

Marketer

Lupin Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Flugesic 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking it abruptly without discussing it with your doctor, as it may increase seizure frequency.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include blurred or double vision, headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, rash, and diarrhea. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.  Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Your doctor may advice for regular monitoring of sodium levels, as it may reduce the sodium levels in your blood (hyponatremia). Inform your doctor if you are taking oral contraceptive pills as this medicine reduces their levels in the body.

Uses of Flugesic Tablet

Benefits of Flugesic Tablet

Epilepsy/Seizures
Flugesic 800mg Tablet is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.
This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side effects of Flugesic Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Flugesic
  • Sleepiness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Double vision
  • Fatigue
  • Balance disorder (loss of balance)
  • Diarrhea
  • Impaired coordination
  • Vertigo
  • Decreased appetite
  • Decreased sodium level in blood
  • Dizziness
  • Rash

How to use Flugesic Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flugesic 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Flugesic Tablet works

Flugesic 800mg Tablet is an anti epileptic medication. It works by blocking the voltage gated sodium channels that stabilizes the hyperexcited nerve cells in the brain. In this way, it treats seizures or fits.

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Quick tips

  • Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
  • Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
  • Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
    • Practice yoga every day.
    • Get enough sleep at nighttime.
    • Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
    • Take your medication on time.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
  • It may cause a reduction in blood sodium level (hyponatremia). Your doctor may monitor your blood sodium level regularly.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice skin reaction such as rash, skin peeling, and itching while using this medicine.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Flugesic 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flugesic 800mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flugesic 800mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Flugesic 800mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Flugesic 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Flugesic 800mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Flugesic 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flugesic 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Flugesic 800mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

No, stopping Flugesic 800mg Tablet suddenly can increase your risk of having more seizures. Your doctor will advise you on how long you should take this medicine. If your doctor decides to stop Flugesic 800mg Tablet, your dose will usually be reduced gradually. It is important that you complete your treatment as advised by your doctor or your symptoms may get worse.
Like all other anti-epileptic medicines, Flugesic 800mg Tablet may also cause suicidal thoughts. However, this occurs only in a small number of people.
Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any kidney-related problems. Your doctor will monitor your kidney function (creatinine clearance) regularly and may adjust your dose of Flugesic 800mg Tablet accordingly.
Inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver disease as few people have shown a negative effect on the liver with the use of Flugesic 800mg Tablet. Your doctor may monitor your liver functions regularly.
Pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behaviour, thoughts or feelings. Keep all follow-up visits with your doctor as scheduled. Call your doctor as needed, especially if you are worried about any symptoms.
Flugesic 800mg Tablet may cause allergic reactions or serious problems that may impact organs and other parts of your body like the liver or blood cells. Consult your doctor straight away if you develop rashes, hives, itchiness, swelling, trouble swallowing or difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor will guide you about activities that are okay for you.
If your blood sodium levels become low during the course of Flugesic 800mg Tablet, you may experience worsening of seizures, confusion and decreased consciousness. Immediately consult your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.
The dose of Flugesic 800mg Tablet may need to be adjusted if you take Carbamazepine with Flugesic 800mg Tablet. The reason being, Carbamazepine interferes with its working.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carboxamide Derivatives

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Sodium channel modulators (AED)

References

  1. Eslicarbazepine acetate. Hatfield, Hertfordshire: Eisai Ltd.; 2009 [revised May 2018]. [Accessed 28 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
  2. Drugs.com. Eslicarbazepine. [Accessed 01 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Eslicarbazepine. [Updated 2019 Oct 23]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
  4. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Eslicarbazepine Acetate [Patient Information Leaflet]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2015. [Accessed 25 Jul. 2024] (online) Available from:

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Patient concerns

She has problem of epilepsy from last two years

Dr. Rahul Yadav
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, epilepsy and seizures cannot be treated online without physically examining the child and detailed history.

I m taking 1.5gm sodium valporate,1.5 levectram, 1gm clobezam then also seizure r their at period of weekly is there alternate treatment in Ayurveda as every time at multiplying the doses at every visit As MRI eeg every tests r normal

Dr. M. K. Ansari
Dr. M. K. Ansari
Neurology
not aware of any ayurvedic medications for epilepsy is not my specialization. However you seems to have difficult to control (intractable) seizures plz follow doctors advice deligently for ur own welfare
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Marketer details

Name: Lupin Ltd
Address: 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India

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Country of origin: India
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