Zonisep 100 10S

Composition

Zonisamide (100mg)

Uses of Zonisep 100 10S

Treatment of epilepsy/seizure disorders (as adjunct therapy for partial-onset seizures); may be used for other seizure types as decided by the physician.

• •Helps control partial-onset seizures
• •Reduces frequency and severity of seizures
• •Adjunct option when other antiepileptics are insufficient
• •Once/twice daily dosing for maintenance therapy

How it works

Zonisamide is an antiepileptic medicine that helps reduce abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It blocks voltage-gated sodium channels and T-type calcium channels and may enhance inhibitory neurotransmission, thereby lowering seizure frequency.

Directions for use

Take tablet/capsule exactly as prescribed by the doctor, usually once or twice daily. Can be taken with or without food; take at the same time each day and swallow whole with water. Do not stop suddenly; dose is usually titrated and tapered as advised.

Side effects

Common side effects of Zonisep 100 10S may include:

• •dizziness
• •drowsiness
• •headache
• •nausea
• •loss of appetite
• •weight loss