CELONTIN DESCRIPTION

Celontin

Celontin - Tablet

Celontin is manufactured by Pfizer Canada Inc. This medicine is an anticonvulsant used to prevent absence or petit mal seizures.

Brand Name
Celontin

Common Name
methsuximide

Where Can I order Celontin From? Can I buy Celontin at Canadian Prices?

Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can buy Celontin at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept an order for Celontin from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S. and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Celontin and when you order Celontin it will be delivered with express shipping.

How does Celontin work? What will it do for me?

Celontin belongs to the class of medications called anticonvulsants. It is used for the management of certain types of seizures (absence or petit mal seizures) that have not responded to other medications. It works in the central nervous system (the brain) to control seizures.

Your doctor may have suggested Celontin for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking Celontin, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking Celontin without consulting your doctor.

How should I use Celontin?

The recommended dose of Celontin should be the least amount needed to control seizures without causing side effects. The recommended starting dose is 300 mg daily for the first week. The doctor may then increase the dose on a weekly basis according to need. The eventual dose usually ranges from 300 mg daily to 1,200 mg daily.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is very important that Celontin be taken on a regular schedule as prescribed by the doctor. If you miss a dose of Celontin, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and carry on with your regular schedule. Do not double doses.

What form(s) does Celontin come in?

Each yellow capsule with orange cap, imprinted "Parke-Davis", contains Celontin 300 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients include cornstarch; capsule shell: D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Red No. 3, FD&C Yellow No. 6, and gelatin. Celontin does not contain gluten, lactose, paraben, sodium, sulfite, or tartrazine.

Who should NOT take Celontin?

Celontin should not be used by people allergic to Celontin or to any of the ingredients of the medication or to any of the medications in the family of succinimides (such as ethosuximide).

What side effects are possible with Celontin?

The Celontin side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Celontin. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Celontin with your doctor. Your health professional may be able to help you deal with some of the effects.

The following Celontin side effects may go away as your body becomes used to the medication; check with your doctor if they continue or become bothersome.

More common:

clumsiness or unsteadiness
dizziness
drowsiness
headache
hiccups
loss of appetite
nausea or vomiting
stomach cramps
Less common:

irritability
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common:

muscle pain
skin rash and itching
swollen glands
sore throat and fever
Less common:

aggressiveness
depression
difficulty concentrating
nightmares
Rare:

chills
increased chance of certain types of seizures
mood or mental changes
nosebleeds or other unusual bleeding or bruising
shortness of breath
sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth
unusual tiredness or weakness
wheezing, tightness in chest, or troubled breathing
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Celontin.

Are there any other precautions or warnings for Celontin?

Blood disorders: Blood disorders, although infrequent, may be serious and have been reported to be associated with the use of Celontin. Your doctor will probably recommend that you have blood tests while taking Celontin.

Kidney or liver disease: Celontin should be taken with extreme caution by people with liver or kidney disease.

Lupus: Cases of systemic lupus erythematosus have been reported with the use of Celontin.

Occupational hazards: Celontin may impair the mental or physical abilities required for potentially hazardous tasks such as driving or operating machinery. Before undertaking such activities, determine how Celontin affects you.

Stopping medication: Do not stop taking Celontin suddenly. If you need to stop taking the medication, decrease the dosage slowly as directed by your doctor.

Pregnancy: If you take Celontin to prevent major seizures, do not stop taking it if you become pregnant. If you are taking Celontin to prevent minor seizures, talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of stopping the medication during pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking Celontin, consult your doctor as soon as possible.

Breast-feeding: Women who take Celontin should not breast-feed their infants.

What other drugs could interact with Celontin?

The following medications may affect how Celontin works, be affected by Celontin, or increase the risk of side effects:
haloperidol
lamotrigine
medications that cause drowsiness
primidone
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

stop taking one of the medications,
change one of the medications to another,
change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
leave everything as is.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. In many cases, interactions are intended or are managed by close monitoring. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Celontin. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

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