Primidone (primidone)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
Primidone, a structural analog of phenobarbital, is closely related to the barbiturate-derivative anticonvulsants.
USES: Primidone is used to treat seizures. It belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturates.
Generic name: primidone
Pronunciation: (PRIM-i-done)
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Primidone:
- Complex-Partial Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Focal Epilepsy
- Tonic-Clonic Epilepsy
Also known as: Automatic Epilepsy, Complex Focal Epilepsy, Complex Focal Seizures, Complex Local Seizures, Complex Partial Epilepsy, Complex Partial Seizures, Complex Psychomotor Epilepsy, Complex Psychomotor Seizure, Complex Temporal Lobe Epilepsy, Complex Temporal Lobe Seizures, Cortical Epilepsy, Epileptic Disorder, Focal Seizures, Grand Mal Epilepsy, Haut Mal Epilepsy, Local Epilepsy, Major Epilepsy, Partial Epilepsy, Partial Onset Seizures, Partial Seizures, Psychic Epilepsy, Psychomotor Epilepsy, Psychomotor Seizure, Temporal Lobe Epilepsy, Temporal Lobe Seizure.
Dosing
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Primidone is administered orally.
Patients who are currently receiving or beginning therapy with primidone and/or any other anticonvulsant should be closely monitored for notable changes in behavior that could indicate the emergence or worsening of suicidal thoughts or behavior (suicidality) or depression. (See Cautions: Precautions and Contraindications, in the Anticonvulsants General Statement 28:12.)
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Drug interactions
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Contraindications
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Adverse reactions
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Precautions
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ICD codes
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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