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Health Topics/Central Nervous System Agent/Pharmacology/Anticonvulsant

What is oxcarbazepine?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Oxcarbazepine is a medication prescribed to treat partial epileptic seizures in adults and children. It is in a category of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Oxcarbazepine comes in liquid and tablet forms. Oxcarbazepine is also available in a generic form that comes in several strengths.

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