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Equetro can be prescribed to treat manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder. The medication comes in the form of a capsule and it usually taken twice daily. The dosage your healthcare provider recommends will be based on several factors, such as other medications you are taking and other medical conditions you may have. Side effects of Equetro can include dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea.
What Is Equetro?
Equetro® (carbamazepine) is a prescription medication used to treat bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression). Specifically, it is approved to treat manic or mixed episodes (which include characteristics of both mania and depression) associated with bipolar disorder.(Click Equetro Uses for more information on what the medication is used for, including possible off-label uses.)
Who Makes Equetro?
Equetro is manufactured by Shire US, Inc. and is marketed and distributed by Validus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.