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Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Abbott India Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Phenobarbitone, Praziquantel
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet

This medication is composed of Phenobarbitone and Phenytoin. It is used in the treatment of all types of seizures. The tablet also helps against epilepsy, insomnia and the symptoms of drug withdrawal. It works by affecting GABA receptors.

The drug is contraindicated in patients who are suffering from porphyria, hypersensitivity or allergy to barbiturates, respiratory insufficiency, hyperkinesia, liver cell deterioration and other liver problems. It has also been known to cause complications when used with drugs like aceprometazine, adipilon, etc.

    What are the uses of Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using this medication.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      It is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    What are the substitutes for Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    It is used in the treatment of epilepsy and works by affecting GABA receptors. The drug facilitates the production of GABA (Gamma AminoButryic Acid) an amino acid that helps in reducing the excitability of neurons.

      What are the interactions of Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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        This medication interacts with carbamazepine, clonazepam, cyclosporine, digoxin, disopyramide, doxycycline and estrogens.

      FAQs about Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg is a medication which performs its action by working as sedative-hypnotic to control seizures, slowing down the abnormal electrical activity of the brain that causes seizures.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : The tablet is used to treat conditions such as Epileptic seizures, Epileptic fits, Fit, Anxiety, etc.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Nausea, Vomiting, Vertigo, Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), Double vision, Sleepiness, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Gingival hyperplasia, etc are possible side-effects which may occur.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Garoin 50 Mg/100 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Garoin should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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