Partid 200 tablet contains carbamazepine and is used to treat seizures, certain nerve pain, and bipolar disorder.[2] The most common side effects include dizziness or drowsiness, especially at the start of treatment or when the dose changes.[1]
Other possible side effects are:
- Osteomalacia (bone pain and bowing of legs)
- Swelling of the breasts and discharge of milk in both males and females
- Abnormal thyroid function tests
- Taste disturbances
- Eye problems (conjunctivitis, glaucoma)
- Hearing disorders
- Heart and circulatory problems (tenderness, pain, swelling, warmth, skin discoloration, or prominent veins)
- Lung or breathing problems
- Severe skin reactions including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, sore mouth or tongue
- Liver failure
- Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight, changes in skin pigmentation, acne, excessive sweating, hair loss, increased hair growth (body/face)
- Muscle pain or spasm
- Sexual difficulties (reduced male fertility, loss of libido, impotence)
- Kidney failure, blood spots in urine, urination changes
Not all possible side effects are listed. Should your general health worsen while taking Partid 200, consult a healthcare professional.[1]
Serious side effects that require urgent medical attention include:
- Severe skin reactions (rash, hives, swelling of tongue/lips/face, skin blisters or sores)
- Low blood cell counts (sore throat, fever, frequent infections, bruising, unusual bleeding, intense fatigue)
- Heart problems (irregular heart rate, fainting, shortness of breath)
- Liver problems (yellow skin/eyes, dark urine, pain in right side of abdomen, loss of appetite, vomiting)
- Mood or behavior changes (new or worsening depression, suicidal thoughts, agitation, aggression, panic attacks, sleep problems)
- Low sodium in blood (headache, confusion, memory problems, weakness, new or increasing seizures)
Always inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking, as carbamazepine can interact with various drugs. If you experience any severe or persistent side effects, seek medical advice promptly.[5]