Gardenal Syrup

Composition of Gardenal Syrup

Gardenal Syrup contains Phenobarbitone (20mg/5ml). It belongs to the Barbiturate anticonvulsant class of medicines.

Uses of Gardenal Syrup

Epilepsy and seizure disorders (often pediatric use) for seizure prevention and control as prescribed

Key benefits

• Helps prevent seizures
• Suitable for dose titration in children
• Long-acting seizure control
• Stabilizes brain electrical activity
• Supports ongoing epilepsy management

How Gardenal Syrup works

Phenobarbitone increases GABA-mediated inhibition and reduces excitatory neuronal activity. This stabilizes electrical activity in the brain and helps prevent seizures.

How to take Gardenal Syrup

Use only as prescribed. Measure dose with a calibrated measuring cup/spoon or oral syringe; do not use household spoon. Give at the same time daily; do not stop abruptly.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep unconsciousness, slowed breathing and dangerous heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Gardenal Syrup

Most side effects of Gardenal are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Sleepiness
• dizziness
• sedation
• irritability
• hyperactivity (in children)
• nausea
• rash

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Gardenal Syrup

Warnings and precautions

Habit-forming potential; use strictly under medical supervision. Sudden withdrawal can trigger seizures. Can cause significant drowsiness and impaired coordination. Watch for allergic reactions or severe skin rash; seek urgent care if occurs. Dose adjustments may be needed in liver impairment; avoid alcohol.

Do not take Gardenal if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Valproate-containing medicines are contraindicated in pregnancy for epilepsy unless no alternative exists, and in all women of childbearing potential without a pregnancy prevention programme. Several are not suitable in significant liver disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other CNS depressants, oral contraceptives (reduced efficacy), warfarin, corticosteroids, doxycycline, antiretrovirals, azole antifungals, valproate, phenytoin/carbamazepine

How to store Gardenal Syrup

Store below 25°C, away from light. Keep bottle tightly closed; do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Gardenal Syrup

Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup helps in treatment and prevention of seizures. It may be habit-forming with long-term use. Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed. It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease. Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body. Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. Gardenal 20mg/5ml Syrup helps in treatment and prevention of seizures. It may be habit-forming with long-term use. Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed. It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease. Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body. Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ENTERO HEALTH CARE

Therapeutic class:

Antiepileptic

Drug class:

Barbiturate anticonvulsant

Chemical class:

Barbituric acid derivative