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  5. I have been taking Zenoxa (oxcarbazepine) at a dose of 450 mg twice daily for 10 years and have undergone tests like an EEG, MRI, and CT scan. Is it safe to stop this medication, and what is the recommended medical procedure or tapering schedule to safely discontinue it?

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I have been taking Zenoxa (oxcarbazepine) at a dose of 450 mg twice daily for 10 years and have undergone tests like an EEG, MRI, and CT scan. Is it safe to stop this medication, and what is the recommended medical procedure or tapering schedule to safely discontinue it?

Asked by Male, 35 · 2 months ago

Stopping oxcarbazepine after 10 years requires careful medical supervision. Even with normal EEG, MRI, and CT scans, abruptly discontinuing this medication is unsafe and can trigger recurrent seizures. It is highly recommended to consult your neurologist before making any changes. If your doctor decides it is safe to discontinue, they will design a personalized tapering schedule. This typically involves gradually reducing your daily dose (for example, by 150 mg every one to two weeks) over several weeks or months to allow your brain to adjust safely. Please do not alter your dose without your doctor?s direct guidance.
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I have been taking Zenoxa (oxcarbazepine) at a dose of 450 mg twice daily for 10 years and have undergone tests like an EEG, MRI, and CT scan. Is it safe to stop this medication, and what is the recommended medical procedure or tapering schedule to safely discontinue it?

Answered 2 months ago