Carbamazepine
Carbamazepine tablets contain carbamazepine and are used for epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia and bipolar disorder. You can choose from several strengths and pack sizes. You see the price per tablet for each option.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100mg | 30 tablets | US$23.10 | US$0.77 |
| 100mg | 60 tablets | US$39.00 | US$0.65 |
| 100mg | 90 tablets | US$54.00 | US$0.60 |
| 100mg | 120 tablets | US$66.00 | US$0.55 |
| 100mg | 180 tablets | US$93.60 | US$0.52 |
| 100mg | 360 tablets | US$172.80 | US$0.48 |
| 200mg | 30 tablets | US$23.70 | US$0.79 |
| 200mg | 60 tablets | US$44.40 | US$0.74 |
| 200mg | 90 tablets | US$54.00 | US$0.60 |
| 200mg | 120 tablets | US$66.00 | US$0.55 |
| 200mg | 180 tablets | US$93.60 | US$0.52 |
| 200mg | 360 tablets | US$172.80 | US$0.48 |
| 400mg | 30 tablets | US$31.50 | US$1.05 |
| 400mg | 60 tablets | US$58.80 | US$0.98 |
| 400mg | 90 tablets | US$81.90 | US$0.91 |
| 400mg | 120 tablets | US$100.80 | US$0.84 |
| 400mg | 180 tablets | US$140.40 | US$0.78 |
| 400mg | 360 tablets | US$273.60 | US$0.76 |
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Carbamazepine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 100 · 200 · 400mg
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Carbamazepine on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Epilepsy · Trigeminal Neuralgia · Bipolar Disorder
- Alternative names
- Tegretol
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
- Carboxamide
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; drowsiness; ataxia; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- fatigue; leukopenia; hyponatraemia; dry mouth
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Utilised to manage seizure disorders and indicated to address neuropathic pain.
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C in the original container.
- Drug interactions
- grapefruit juice; warfarin; oral contraceptives; lithium
- Age restrictions
- Adjust dose according to age-based guidelines.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to carbamazepine; atrioventricular block; history of bone marrow depression; porphyria; concurrent use of MAO inhibitors
Precautions and warnings
monitor for skin rashes; regular blood count monitoring required; caution in patients with hepatic or renal issues
Serious side effects
aplastic anaemia, requires immediate medical attention; agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention; Stevens-Johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; cardiac conduction block, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant that stabilizes hyperexcited nerve membranes by inhibiting repetitive neuronal firing through the blockade of voltage-gated sodium channels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of birth defects; use only if strictly necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant available as 100 mg, 200 mg and 400 mg tablets. The active ingredient is carbamazepine; Tegretol is another name; Novartis is the originator company. It is used for epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia and bipolar disorder.
It stabilises hyperexcited nerve membranes by blocking voltage-gated sodium channels and reducing repetitive neuronal firing. Onset is 1–2 weeks, and effects last 8–12 hours. Serious effects include aplastic anaemia, agranulocytosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and cardiac conduction block, all requiring immediate medical attention. Skin rashes need monitoring, regular blood counts are required, and liver or kidney problems need caution. It is contraindicated with MAO inhibitors and in people with a history of bone marrow depression, atrioventricular block, porphyria or hypersensitivity to carbamazepine. It interacts with grapefruit juice, warfarin, oral contraceptives and lithium. Pregnancy carries a high risk of birth defects; breastfeeding is not recommended.
Ordering carbamazepine from Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail up to 3 weeks. Prices are shown in ringgit by default. Select your strength and pack, then browse Neurology for related medicines.
FAQ
What conditions does Carbamazepine treat?
Carbamazepine contains carbamazepine and is taken for epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia and bipolar disorder. Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant that stabilises hyperexcited nerve membranes by inhibiting repetitive neuronal firing through the blockade of voltage-gated sodium channels.
What does Carbamazepine cost?
That depends on the strength and pack you pick. Carbamazepine comes in 100, 200 and 400mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
Does Carbamazepine go by other names?
You may also see carbamazepine sold as Tegretol.
How soon does Carbamazepine start working?
Carbamazepine usually kicks in within 1 to 2 weeks. Timing varies from one person to the next.
Does Carbamazepine have side effects?
Yes, it can. The ones people notice most with carbamazepine are dizziness, drowsiness, ataxia and nausea. Some people also get fatigue, leukopenia, hyponatraemia and dry mouth. Rarer but serious: aplastic anaemia, agranulocytosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and cardiac conduction block. These need urgent medical help.
What sort of medicine is Carbamazepine?
It's a generic: Carbamazepine goes by the name of its active ingredient, carbamazepine, instead of a brand name. Who makes it depends on supply.
What shouldn't I combine with Carbamazepine?
Carbamazepine can interact with grapefruit juice, warfarin, oral contraceptives and lithium. Before you start Carbamazepine, let your doctor or pharmacist know everything else you take.
Do I need a prescription to order Carbamazepine here?
No, not online. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Carbamazepine. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you send Carbamazepine to Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Carbamazepine is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Carbamazepine, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.