SKU	179
Generic For	Tegretol
Strength	100 mg
Manufacturer	Novartis
Active Ingredient	Carbamazepine

Product Description

Tegrital 100mg Chewable tabs. – Affordable Tegretol Alternative

Tegrital 100mg Chewable Tablet contains Carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant used to control and prevent seizures in epilepsy. It also helps manage nerve pain (trigeminal neuralgia) and certain mood disorders. The chewable form makes it easier to take, especially for children and elderly patients. It works by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain to prevent abnormal nerve impulses.

What is Tegrital 100mg used for?

Tegrital is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of:

Certain types of seizures like partial, tonic-clonic and mixed seizures
Many types of nerve pain like trigeminal and glossopharyngeal neuralgia

It is not a simple painkiller and hence one should never take it as an alternative to relieve regular pains and body aches.

How does Tegrital 100mg work?

The mode of action of this drug Carbamazepine is very well understood and it is known that Carbamazepine works by stabilizing the inactive state of voltage-gated sodium channels. It slows down the passage of message to the brain in the form of nerve signal, and the cells become less excitable, and thus more muscles become relaxed.

Precautions

What medications interact with Tegrital 100 mg?

Carbamazepine is known to interact with several drugs to cause negative drug interaction that may interfere with the working of this drug. The common drugs that may interact with Carbamazepine are:

Oxcarbazepine
Phenytoin
Rifampin
Valproic acid
Antidepressant pills
Few antibiotics
Anti-malaria drugs
Narcotic painkillers
Warfarin
Ache relievers
Antihistamine medicines
Erectile dysfunction medicine
Anxiety medicines
Birth control pills
Antifungals
Heart or blood pressure medicines, etc.

The list in not complete there are many other drugs that may interact with Carbamazepine, ask your physician about the drugs and avoid them with Carbamazepine.

Precautions

The following precautions should be taken while consuming the drug:

Patients who have allergy to Oxcarbazepine or Carbamazepine should not take this drug
If you are diabetic then, avoid this drug
Heart patients and liver patients should not take this drug
Pregnant women or those who are planning to have a child should not take this drug
Breastfeeding mothers should not take this drug
Many patients who take this drug have reported having grown suicidal or self-harming thoughts. If you have any such thoughts then immediately consult your physician

General

Never share a medicine with anyone, without physician’s consent, even if you feel the symptoms are same
Maintain a good diet with the drug
Keep the drug away from child’s reach and away from light and moisture.

Dosage Instructions

Side Effects

What are the side effects of Tegrital 100 mg?

Carbamazepine may cause some mild to serious side effects. A few common side effects of the drug Carbamazepine include:

Fast or pounding heartbeat
Fainting
Agitation
Vomiting
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Headache
Confusion
Numbness
Fever and chills
Unusual bleeding
Tiredness
Heartburn
Chest pain
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Blurred vision etc

There are several side effects and just like any other drug you may or may not have them. In case you experience any of the above, or any other problematic side effects the consult your physician immediately.

How to Use

How should Tegrital 100 mg be taken?

The dosage of the drug should be as recommended by the physician. Take the drug exactly as prescribed by the physician. Never change the dose without his recommendation. The drug can be taken with or without food, but it is better if you take it with the meal.

The dosage may vary according to the indication and age of the patient. Hence, your physician will decide the best suitable dose of the drug for you. The tablet form should never be broken ; you should chew and swallow the whole tablet, if needed with water.

• Overdose:

An overdose of the drug may result in following symptoms:

CNS depression
Breathing troubles
Vomiting
Nausea
Fluid retention
Increased seizures
Increased agitation etc.

In any such condition always inform your physician immediately and ask for his advice.

Missed dose of Tegrital 100 mg

In the case of missed never take a double dose to make up the missed one, instead leave the missed dose and take the next scheduled correct dose at the correct time.

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FAQ

What is Tegrital 100mg Chewable used for?

Tegrital 100mg Chewable tablets contain carbamazepine 100mg in a chewable form, making them particularly suitable for children, elderly patients, or anyone who finds standard tablets difficult to swallow. Tegrital is used to control seizures in epilepsy — including partial seizures and generalised tonic-clonic seizures. It is also prescribed for the severe face pain of trigeminal neuralgia and as a mood stabiliser for bipolar disorder. The chewable form provides the same medicine as standard tablets, just in a more swallowing-friendly format.

How do I take Tegrital 100mg Chewable tablets?

Tegrital 100mg Chewable tablets can be chewed thoroughly before swallowing, or swallowed whole with a drink of water — whichever is easier for you. Always take them with food to reduce the chance of nausea or stomach upset. For epilepsy in adults and older children, the chewable tablets are typically taken 2–3 times daily. The dose will be gradually increased from a low starting amount until the right dose for seizure control is found. Always follow the exact schedule your neurologist has prescribed.

Is the chewable form of carbamazepine as effective as standard tablets?

Yes — the chewable form contains exactly the same active ingredient (carbamazepine) at the same dose as the standard 100mg immediate-release tablet. The only difference is how it is taken — chewed or swallowed. The medicine is absorbed in the same way and works identically. For people who struggle to swallow solid tablets — including many children and older adults — the chewable formulation makes taking carbamazepine much easier and helps ensure the full dose is taken correctly every time.

Is Tegrital 100mg Chewable safe for young children?

Carbamazepine chewable tablets are commonly used in children for epilepsy. The dose is calculated based on the child's body weight. The 100mg tablet allows flexible dosing in growing children. A paediatric neurologist manages carbamazepine treatment in children, with regular monitoring of blood levels, blood counts, Sodiumium levels, and liver function to ensure safety. Children process medicines differently from adults, so doses are carefully adjusted as the child grows, and monitoring is more frequent than for adults.

What is the starting dose of Tegrital 100mg Chewable for epilepsy?

For adults starting carbamazepine, the usual starting dose is 100–200mg once or twice daily, which is then gradually increased over 2–4 weeks to the maintenance dose needed for seizure control (typically 400–1200mg per day). The 100mg chewable tablet is ideal for the gradual start-low-go-slow approach. For children, the starting dose is based on weight. Slow titration reduces the risk of side effects during the adjustment phase and helps the body adapt to carbamazepine more comfortably.

Can Tegrital Chewable be used for trigeminal neuralgia?

Yes — carbamazepine is actually the first-line treatment recommended for trigeminal neuralgia, a condition causing severe, electric shock-like pain in the face. The 100mg chewable tablet is a good starting option because it allows gradual dose building — typically starting at 100mg twice daily and increasing until pain is controlled. The chewable form makes it easier for older patients (who make up the majority of trigeminal neuralgia cases) to take the tablets correctly, which is important for consistent pain relief.

Does Tegrital 100mg Chewable require blood monitoring?

Yes — the same monitoring requirements apply to Tegrital Chewable as to all forms of carbamazepine. Your doctor will regularly check your carbamazepine blood levels, Sodiumium levels, full blood count, and liver function during treatment. For children, monitoring is especially important as they are growing and their medication needs may change. Blood tests are usually done every few months once you are stable on a maintenance dose, and more frequently when doses are being adjusted or when new medicines are added.

Can Tegrital Chewable be used alongside other epilepsy medicines?

Yes — carbamazepine is often used in combination with other epilepsy medicines. However, carbamazepine has many interactions and affects how other medicines work (it speeds up their breakdown in the liver). When combining carbamazepine with other epilepsy medicines — like lamotrigine, valproate, or phenytoin — doses of both medicines often need to be adjusted. Your neurologist will manage any combination carefully, with blood level monitoring to ensure each medicine remains at the right level for seizure control.

What are the side effects of carbamazepine chewable tablets?

Carbamazepine chewable tablets have the same side effects as any carbamazepine formulation. Common side effects include dizziness, double or blurred vision, unsteadiness, drowsiness, and nausea — particularly when starting or increasing the dose. These usually settle as the body adjusts. More serious but less common effects include low Sodiumium levels, low blood cell counts, liver problems, and rare severe skin reactions. Always report any rash, unusual bruising, mouth sores, or yellowing of the skin to your doctor promptly.

Is Tegrital Chewable the same as Zeptol?

Tegrital and Zeptol are different brand names for the same active ingredient — carbamazepine — both manufactured to the same quality standards. They are therapeutically equivalent at the same dose and can generally be used interchangeably, though it is preferable to stay on the same brand once stabilised if possible, as minor differences in how tablets are made can occasionally cause small differences in blood levels. If your brand changes, your doctor or pharmacist will advise on any monitoring needed.

Can I buy Tegrital 100mg Chewable online from PremiumRxDrugs?

Yes, Tegrital 100mg Chewable tablets (carbamazepine) are available at PremiumRxDrugs.com. PremiumRxDrugs is a licensed pharmacy with over 10 years of experience providing genuine, manufacturer-sourced epilepsy medicines worldwide. We stock both standard and chewable formulations to suit different patient needs. Enjoy worldwide shipping, discreet packaging, and free shipping on qualifying orders — making consistent epilepsy treatment more accessible and convenient for patients and carers.

Can Tegrital Chewable help with mood disorders in bipolar disease?

Yes, carbamazepine — including in chewable form — is used as a mood stabiliser in bipolar disorder, particularly for preventing manic epiSodiumes and for people with rapid cycling bipolar disorder. It is sometimes used when lithium has not worked or is not tolerated. For bipolar disorder, it is prescribed and monitored by a psychiatrist. The same blood monitoring requirements (blood counts, Sodiumium, liver function, and drug levels) apply when carbamazepine is used for bipolar disorder as when it is used for epilepsy.

Tegrital (Chewable tabs.) 100 mg