Carbamazepine

• Follow the instructions on your medication label and take the medication as prescribed by your doctor.
• To reduce stomach upset, you may take this medication after food.
• If you are taking the controlled-release tablet, swallow the tablet whole or halved, do not chew or crush. These tablets are specially designed to release the medicine slowly over a period of time.
• If you are using oral liquid form/suspension, shake the bottle well before using. Use a medicine spoon or graduated syringe provided to measure your medication. Do not use household spoons as they may not be accurate.
• You may not experience any benefits immediately after starting the medication as it may take up a few weeks before this medication works fully. You should continue to take your medication regularly as instructed by your doctor even if you feel well. Stopping your medication without informing your healthcare professional may cause your condition to become worse quickly.
• Do not stop taking or adjust the dose of this medication without consulting your healthcare professional. Do not change the medication that was dispensed to you without informing your healthcare professional.

If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only the usual dose. Do not double your dose or use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.