What should I know about ethosuximide oral solution?

Ethosuximide oral solution may decrease blood cells, cause weakness, and lead to swelling of your gums. This medication may also alter your mental well-being, leading to suicidal thoughts, panic attacks, angry behavior, and other changes in your normal behavior or mood. Avoid taking it if you are allergic to any medications, specifically any that contain ethosuximide or methsuximide. You may be unable to take ethosuximide oral solution if you are pregnant, nursing, have lupus, a blood disorder, or kidney or liver disease. It is also important to tell your doctor if you have or had a mental illness or suicidal thoughts, and if you are taking any other medications or supplements.