Oxcarbazepine and Phenytoin

[m1luna]

I was recently diagnosed with epilepsy after 4 sycopal episodes two of which cause head and face injuries. During those times I had not yet been diagnosed and was able to go back to life like normal, however after the diagnosis and being on phenytoin and switching to oxcarbazepine i am feeling awful. Dizzy, nauseated, moody, extremely tired, severe headaches that come and go. All i get from my Neurologist is these are side effects that will eventually go away. Because i never know when these symptoms will come on too strong I have missed a lot of days at work during my probation period. I just want a normal life or to be my old self. Any suggestions? Feeling depressed and unmotivated to make plans...

[m1luna]

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I really appreciate your comment. I've contacted the RN assisting the Neurologist but they aren't very helpful. I'll try to find another way to contact them.

[PoconoPatti]

Hi,

The only thing I can suggest is that you call your doctor and ask to have the medication adjusted. If you are experiencing that much discomfort, it may be the meds are not at the correct level for you.

Good luck and I hope you are feeling better soon.