Tegretol 200

Tablet · Novartis
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Tegretol 200 is a tablet made by Novartis that contains Carbamazepine 200 mg. Carbamazepine is a anti-epileptic and nerve pain: prevents seizures and treats trigeminal neuralgia; also bipolar disorder.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Carbamazepine200 mg

What it is used for

Prevents seizures and treats trigeminal neuralgia; also bipolar disorder.

How it works

An anti-epileptic for focal seizures and the first-choice medicine for trigeminal neuralgia; also a mood stabiliser.

How to take it

Usually twice a day, increased slowly; slow-release forms swallowed whole. Blood tests are checked.

Common side effects

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Double vision
  • Low sodium

Get medical help straight away if

  • Severe rash with blisters, fever or mouth sores (higher risk in people of Asian origin with the HLA-B*1502 gene)
  • Sore throat or bruising
  • Confusion

Be careful

Report rash at once; many drug interactions.

Other medicines and interactions

Strongly lowers levels of many medicines, including hormonal contraceptives, warfarin and some antidepressants. Clarithromycin and grapefruit raise its level.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Plan pregnancy with your neurologist and take folic acid; some anti-epileptics carry higher birth-defect risks. Never stop suddenly. Ask about breastfeeding.

Common questions

What is Tegretol 200?

Tegretol 200 is a tablet by Novartis containing Carbamazepine 200 mg.

What is Tegretol 200 used for?

Prevents seizures and treats trigeminal neuralgia; also bipolar disorder.

How should I take Tegretol 200?

Usually twice a day, increased slowly; slow-release forms swallowed whole. Blood tests are checked. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Tegretol 200?

Common side effects include: Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, double vision, low sodium. Get medical help straight away for: Severe rash with blisters, fever or mouth sores (higher risk in people of Asian origin with the HLA-B*1502 gene), sore throat or bruising, confusion.

Does Tegretol 200 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Tegretol 200 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Plan pregnancy with your neurologist and take folic acid; some anti-epileptics carry higher birth-defect risks. Never stop suddenly. Ask about breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Tegretol 200?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

🔎 Search another medicine

For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.