OXCARBAZEPINE VIATRIS 600 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient

Oxcarbazepine Viatris 600 mg Film-Coated Tablets EFG

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
• If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the pack

1. What Oxcarbazepine Viatris is and what it is used for
2. What you need to know before you take Oxcarbazepine Viatris
3. How to take Oxcarbazepine Viatris
4. Possible side effects
5. Storage of Oxcarbazepine Viatris

1. Contents of the pack and other information

1. What Oxcarbazepine Viatris is and what it is used for

Oxcarbazepine Viatris contains the active substance oxcarbazepine. Oxcarbazepine Viatris belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants or antiepileptics, which are used to treat epilepsy.

Oxcarbazepine is used to help control seizures or epileptic fits in patients who suffer from epilepsy. People with epilepsy are prone to having periods of uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain. These periods of uncontrolled electrical activity can cause seizures. Oxcarbazepine helps to control the electrical activity of the brain. This reduces the likelihood of having seizures.

Oxcarbazepine is used to treat partial seizures with or without secondary generalized tonic-clonic seizures. Partial seizures affect a limited area of the brain, but can spread throughout the brain and cause a generalized tonic-clonic seizure. There are two types of partial seizures: simple and complex. In simple partial seizures, the patient remains conscious, while in complex partial seizures, the patient's consciousness is altered.

Oxcarbazepine is used in adults and children from 6 years of age. Your doctor will usually try to find a single medicine that works best for you or your child. However, for more severe epilepsy, it may be necessary to combine two or more medicines to control seizures.

Oxcarbazepine Viatris can be used as a single medicine or with other antiepileptic medicines.

2. What you need to know before you take Oxcarbazepine Viatris

Follow carefully all instructions given by your doctor, even if they differ from those in this leaflet.

Do not take Oxcarbazepine Viatris:

• If you are allergic to oxcarbazepine, eslicarbazepine, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).

Warnings and precautions

Tell your doctor or pharmacist before you start taking Oxcarbazepine Viatris:

• If you are allergic(for example, you have developed a rash or other allergic reactions) to carbamazepine, a similar anticonvulsant, as there is a one in four (25%) chance that you will also be allergic to oxcarbazepine.
• If you have liver problems or if they occur during treatment (see “Possible side effects”).
• If you have kidney problems, especially problems associated with low sodium levels in the blood. Oxcarbazepine can lower sodium levels in the blood, which can cause symptoms related to low sodium levels (see “Possible side effects”). If you have kidney disease, your doctor should perform a blood test before starting treatment with oxcarbazepine and at regular intervals once treatment has started.
• If you are taking other medicines that can lower sodium levels in the blood (for example, diuretics, desmopressin, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as indomethacin or ibuprofen). See below “Taking Oxcarbazepine Viatris with other medicines”.
• If you have heart problems, such as heart failure (difficulty breathing or swollen ankles). Your doctor should regularly check your weight to determine possible fluid retention.
• If you have a heart rhythm disorder.
• If you are taking hormonal contraceptives (see below “Taking Oxcarbazepine Viatris with other medicines”).

During treatment

Tell your doctor if you notice possible symptoms of blood disorders such as tiredness, shortness of breath when exercising, paleness, headache, chills, dizziness, infections with fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, bleeding or bruising more often than usual, nosebleeds, red or purple spots, or spontaneous appearance of spots on the skin.

A number of patients treated with antiepileptics such as oxcarbazepine have experienced thoughts of self-harm or suicide. If you experience any of these symptoms at any time, contact your doctor immediately.

Life-threatening skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) have been reported with the use of oxcarbazepine, initially appearing as reddish or circular spots, often with central blisters on the trunk.

Other signs to look out for include mouth ulcers, throat ulcers, nose ulcers, genital ulcers, and conjunctivitis (red and swollen eyes). These life-threatening skin reactions are often accompanied by flu-like symptoms. The rash can progress to blistering or peeling of the skin.

The greatest risk of serious skin reactions occurs in the first few weeks of treatment. The risk of these reactions is higher in patients of Chinese Han, Thai, or Asian origin (see below, “Patients of Chinese Han or Thai origin”).

If you have developed Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis with the use of oxcarbazepine, you should not be re-treated with oxcarbazepine at any time.

If you develop a rash or these skin symptoms, consult a doctor immediately and inform them that you are taking this medicine.

This medicine may cause a condition called hypothyroidism (low levels of thyroid hormone). In children, the doctor may perform blood tests at regular intervals after starting treatment with oxcarbazepine.

If you experience an increase in the frequency of seizures, talk to your doctor to decide whether to discontinue treatment with oxcarbazepine. This is especially important in children, although it can also occur in adults.

Before and during treatment with oxcarbazepine, your doctor may perform blood tests to determine the correct dose for you. Your doctor will tell you when to have these tests.

Patients of Chinese Han or Thai origin

In patients of Chinese Han or Thai origin, the risk of serious skin reactions associated with carbamazepine or chemically related compounds should be assessed by analyzing a blood sample from these patients. Your doctor will advise you whether a blood test is necessary before taking oxcarbazepine. If you are of Asian origin other than Chinese or Thai (for example, Filipino or Malay), your doctor may also consider it necessary to perform a blood test before starting treatment.

Children and adolescents

In children, the doctor may recommend monitoring thyroid function before and during treatment.

Taking Oxcarbazepine Viatris with other medicines

Tell your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, especially any of the following medicines, as they may interact with oxcarbazepine:

-Other anticonvulsants such as phenobarbital, phenytoin, carbamazepine, lamotrigine, and valproic acid. Your doctor should adjust the dose of these medicines when taken together with oxcarbazepine. There is a higher risk of side effects such as nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, and headache if taken together with lamotrigine.

-Hormonal contraceptives (for example, “the pill”). Oxcarbazepine may reduce the effectiveness of these contraceptives. Another reliable contraceptive method should be used.

-Medicines for treating mental disorders such as lithium and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as phenelzine and moclobemide. The combination of lithium and oxcarbazepine may increase the risk of side effects.

-Medicines that can lower sodium levels in the blood (for example, diuretics, desmopressin, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as indomethacin and ibuprofen). Treatment with oxcarbazepine can lower sodium levels in the blood, which can cause symptoms related to low sodium levels (see “Possible side effects”). Your doctor should perform blood tests before starting treatment with oxcarbazepine and at regular intervals once treatment has started.

-Medicines used to control the body's immune system (immunosuppressants) such as cyclosporin and tacrolimus.

• Rifampicin (an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections).

Taking Oxcarbazepine Viatris with alcohol

Caution is advised if you consume alcohol during treatment with oxcarbazepine, as it may cause drowsiness.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Pregnancy

Oxcarbazepine affects the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and there is a risk of pregnancy. You should use other contraceptive methods if you are of childbearing age.

It is important to control seizures during pregnancy. However, taking antiepileptics during pregnancy can be hazardous to the fetus.

Congenital malformations

Studies have not shown an increased risk of congenital malformations associated with oxcarbazepine administered during pregnancy; however, it cannot be completely ruled out that there is a risk of congenital malformations in the fetus.

Neurodevelopmental disorders

Some studies have shown that exposure to oxcarbazepine in the womb affects the development of brain function (neurodevelopment) in children, while others have not observed this effect. The possibility that there is an effect on neurodevelopment cannot be ruled out.

Your doctor will inform you about the benefits and possible risks of using oxcarbazepine and will help you decide whether to take oxcarbazepine. Do not stop your treatment with oxcarbazepine during pregnancy without first consulting your doctor.

Breastfeeding

If you are taking this medicine, ask your doctor for advice before breastfeeding. The active substance oxcarbazepine passes into breast milk. Although the available data suggest that the amount of oxcarbazepine that passes into breast milk is low, a risk of side effects in the baby cannot be ruled out. Your doctor will inform you about the benefits and potential risks of breastfeeding while using oxcarbazepine. If you are breastfeeding during treatment with oxcarbazepine and think that your baby is experiencing any side effects such as excessive sleepiness or poor weight gain, inform your doctor immediately.

Driving and using machines

Oxcarbazepine has a moderate effect on the ability to drive and use machines. You should be aware that oxcarbazepine can cause side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, balance or coordination problems, eye problems such as double vision or blurred vision, low sodium levels in the blood that can cause muscle weakness, reduced consciousness, especially when starting treatment or increasing the dose, which can affect your ability to drive or use machines. Do not drive or operate tools or machines if you experience any of these reactions.

Oxcarbazepine Viatris contains lactose

This medicine contains lactose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, consult them before taking this medicine.

3. How to take Oxcarbazepine Viatris

Follow exactly the instructions for administration of this medicine given by your doctor. If you are unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

When the required dose cannot be administered using whole tablets, other formulations containing oxcarbazepine are available.

Your doctor will probably start your treatment with a low dose and, if necessary, will gradually increase it until it suits your needs. The recommended doses are as follows:

Adults

The initial dose is 300 mg twice a day. If necessary, your doctor may gradually increase the dose weekly up to a maximum of 600 mg per day. The maintenance dose is 600 mg to 2,400 mg per day.

If you are taking other anticonvulsant medicines, your doctor should reduce their doses or increase the dose of oxcarbazepine more slowly.

When other anticonvulsant medicines are replaced by oxcarbazepine, their doses should be gradually reduced.

Use in children and adolescents from 6 years of age

The initial dose is 8-10 mg/kg body weight per day, divided into two doses per day. If necessary, your doctor may increase the daily dose by 10 mg/kg body weight at approximately weekly intervals up to a maximum daily dose of 46 mg/kg body weight per day.

The maintenance dose, combined with other anticonvulsant medicines, is usually 30 mg/kg per day.

For children who cannot swallow tablets or when the required dose cannot be administered using tablets, other formulations containing oxcarbazepine are available.

Use in children under 6 years of age

Oxcarbazepine is not recommended in patients under 6 years of age, as safety and efficacy have not been adequately demonstrated.

Patients with kidney problems

If you have kidney problems, your doctor may start treatment with half the usual initial dose and increase the dose of oxcarbazepine more slowly than indicated above.

Patients with severe liver problems

If you have severe liver problems, your doctor may adjust the amount you should take. Always follow the instructions of your doctor.

When the required dose cannot be administered using tablets, other formulations containing oxcarbazepine are available.

Method of administration

Swallow the film-coated tablets with a glass of water, with or without food. Do not crush or chew them. The score line is only to facilitate breaking the tablet if you have difficulty swallowing it whole, but it cannot be divided into equal doses.

If you take more Oxcarbazepine Viatris than you should

If you have taken more Oxcarbazepine Viatris than you should, talk to a doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the poison control center, phone 915620420, indicating the medicine and the amount taken. It is recommended to take the package and the package leaflet of the medicine to the healthcare professional. The symptoms of overdose are low sodium levels in the blood, irritability, agitation, confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, changes in heart rhythm (irregular and rapid heartbeat), tremors, seizures or convulsions, headache, coma, loss of consciousness, palpitations or uncontrolled jerks, double vision or blurred vision, pupil constriction, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing, abnormal muscle activity or body, lack of coordination in movements, and uncontrolled eye movements.

If you forget to take Oxcarbazepine Viatris

Take the dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, do not take the missed dose and take your next dose as prescribed. Do not take a double dose to make up for missed doses.

If you stop taking Oxcarbazepine Viatris

Do not stop treatment with oxcarbazepine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it may cause seizures and/or convulsions. If you need to stop treatment, your doctor will tell you how to do it gradually.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible Adverse Effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause adverse effects, although not all people suffer from them.

Go to your doctor or go to the emergency room of the nearest hospital if you experience any of these serious adverse effects, which may require medical treatment:

Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

• Increased number of infections that can cause fever, intense chills, sore throat, or ulcers in the mouth (could be a sign that the number of white blood cells has decreased).
• Weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, muscle weakness, feeling of cold (signs of low thyroid gland activity).
• Falls.

Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)

• Swelling of the face, lips, eyelids, tongue, throat, or mouth, difficulty speaking, swallowing, and sudden signs of urticaria associated with breathing difficulties, shortness of breath, wheezing (signs of angioedema and anaphylactic reactions)
• Skin rash and/or fever that can be manifestations of drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP).
• Fatigue, shortness of breath when exercising, paleness, headache, dizziness, frequent infections with fever, bleeding, or bruising more often than usual, nosebleeds, red or purple spots, or spontaneous appearance of spots on the skin (signs of a decrease in the number of platelets or a decrease in the number of blood cells).
• Lethargy, confusion, muscle pain, or significant worsening of seizures (these can be symptoms of low sodium levels due to inadequate ADH secretion) (see section "Warnings and Precautions").

Very Rare(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):

• Potentially life-threatening skin rashes, such as blisters on the skin or mucous membranes of the lips, eyes, mouth, nasal passages, or genitals, and skin peeling over a large area of the body surface (signs of severe allergic reaction, including Lyell's syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) (see section 2, "Warnings and Precautions").
• Irregular red spots (wet) causing itching, similar to measles rash, starting on the extremities and sometimes on the face and the rest of the body. The spots can become blisters or can progress to raised, red marks with a pale center. Affected people may suffer from fever, sore throat, headache, and/or diarrhea (erythema multiforme).

If these skin reactions occur during treatment with oxcarbazepine, you should stop taking oxcarbazepine. Your doctor may decide to withdraw treatment with oxcarbazepine.

• Hypersensitivity reactions that can also affect other parts of the body and can cause problems in the lungs (such as difficulty breathing or coughing, which may be accompanied by mucus or blood), kidneys (difficulty urinating or blood in the urine), or liver (signs of liver problems are described below, however, these can also lead to brain inflammation, causing changes in the way you think or act, or drowsiness). Other effects that can be observed are: changes in blood (described separately in this prospectus), spleen enlargement (causing inflammation and pain or sensitivity in the abdomen), or inflamed and painful lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, or groin.
• Skin rash, mainly on the face, which can be accompanied by fatigue, fever, feeling of dizziness (nausea), or loss of appetite (systemic lupus erythematosus).
• Bleeding or bruising more easily than usual (thrombocytopenia).
• Signs of liver inflammation (nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, feeling of general discomfort, fever, itching, yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes (jaundice), light-colored stools, dark-colored urine). Your liver function should be monitored.
• Pancreatitis, which includes the following signs: severe pain in the upper abdomen that extends to the back, often with nausea or vomiting.
• Cardiac disorder that can cause instability, fainting, and irregular heartbeat (atrioventricular block).

Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you have any of the following adverse effects,you may need medical attention:

Common(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

• Tremors; coordination problems; involuntary eye movement; anxiety and nervousness; depression; mood changes; skin rash.

Rare(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):

• Irregular heartbeats or a very fast or slow heart rate.

Other adverse effects that may occur:

They are usually mild or moderate adverse effects of Oxcarbazepine. Most of these effects are transient and tend to decrease over time.

Very Common(may affect more than 1 in 10 people):

• Fatigue, headache, feeling of dizziness, exhaustion, or drowsiness, feeling of discomfort (nausea), discomfort (vomiting), double vision.

Common(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

• Feeling of weakness; memory loss/changes; difficulty concentrating; lack of emotion or motivation (apathy); agitation or other mood changes; confusion; blurred vision; diarrhea or constipation, abdominal pain; acne, hair loss, loss of coordination; weight gain, speech disorder.

Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

• High blood pressure; urticaria
• you may also have elevated liver enzyme levels while taking oxcarbazepine.

Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):

• Bone disorders, including osteopenia and osteoporosis (bone weakening) and fractures, have been reported. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have been taking antiepileptics for a long time, have a history of osteoporosis, or take steroids.

Reporting Adverse Effects

If you experience any adverse effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are possible adverse effects that do not appear in this prospectus. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting adverse effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Oxcarbazepine Viatris

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiration date that appears on the packaging, blister, or carton. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

Do not store above 30°C.

Medicines should not be thrown away through wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and medicines you no longer need at the SIGRE Point in the pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medicines you no longer need. This way, you will help protect the environment.

6. Package Contents and Additional Information

Composition of Oxcarbazepine Viatris

• The active ingredient is oxcarbazepine. Each film-coated tablet contains 600 mg of oxcarbazepine.
• The other ingredients (excipients) are:

Core of the tablets: crospovidone, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous colloidal silica, and magnesium stearate.

Coating of the tablets: black iron oxide (E-172), red iron oxide (E-172), yellow iron oxide (E-172), hypromellose, lactose monohydrate (see section 2 "Oxcarbazepine Viatris contains lactose"), macrogol 4000, and titanium dioxide (E-171).

Appearance of the Product and Package Contents

Oxcarbazepine Viatris is presented in the form of film-coated, oblong tablets, beige in color with a score line on each side. The score line is only for breaking the tablet if you find it difficult to swallow it whole and not for dividing it into equal doses.

The 600 mg film-coated tablets are marked with "OX/600" on one side and "G/G" on the other side.

Oxcarbazepine Viatris is available in plastic containers of 100, 200, and 500 tablets and in blister packs of 10, 20, 30, 50, 60, 100, and 200 tablets.

Only some package sizes may be marketed.

Oxcarbazepine Viatris is available in 300 mg and 600 mg film-coated tablets.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer

Marketing Authorization Holder:

Viatris Limited

Damastown Industrial Park

Mulhuddart, Dublin 15

Dublin

Ireland

Manufacturer:

McDermott Laboratories Ltd. T/A Gerard Laboratories

35/36 Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Grange Road, Dublin 13

Ireland

or

Mylan B.V.

Krijgsman 20

1186 DM Amstelveen

Netherlands

or

Mylan Hungary Kft.

Mylan utca 1

Komárom, 2900

Hungary

You can request more information about this medicine by contacting the local representative of the marketing authorization holder:

Viatris Pharmaceuticals, S.L.U.

C/ General Aranaz, 86

28027 - Madrid

Spain

This medicine is authorized in the Member States of the European Economic Area under the following names:

Germany Oxcarbazepin dura 600 mg Filmtabletten

Belgium Oxcarbazepine Mylan 600 mg filmomhulde tabletten

Denmark Oxcarbazepin Mylan 600 mg filmovertrukne tabletter

Slovenia KARBOX 600 mg filmsko obložene tablete

Spain Oxcarbazepina Viatris 600 mg comprimidos recubiertos con película EFG

France OXCARBAZEPINE MYLAN 600 mg, comprimé pelliculé

Netherlands Oxcarbazepine Mylan 600 mg, filmomhulde tabletten

Poland Karbagen, 600 mg, tabletki powlekane

United Kingdom Oxcarbazepine Mylan 600 mg film-coated tablets

Date of the Last Revision of this Prospectus:August 2025

Detailed and updated information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) https://www.aemps.gob.es/