Primidone — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Primidone (Mysoline)
Drug Class: Anticonvulsant
Anticonvulsant medication used to control seizures and essential tremor. Metabolizes into phenobarbital.
Nutrients That Primidone May Deplete
Long-term use of Primidone is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Vitamin D
- Calcium
- Folic acid
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin B12
- Biotin
- L-carnitine
Common Side Effects of Primidone
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Coordination problems
- Nausea
- Vision changes
- Cognitive effects
Key Drug Interactions — Primidone
Primidone has 6 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Other CNS depressants
- Alcohol
- Warfarin
- Oral contraceptives
- Corticosteroids
- Valproic acid
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Primidone deplete nutrients?
Yes. Primidone has been associated with depletion of Vitamin D, Calcium, Folic acid, Vitamin K, Vitamin B12, Biotin, L-carnitine based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Primidone deplete?
Primidone is associated with lower levels of: Vitamin D, Calcium, Folic acid, Vitamin K, Vitamin B12, Biotin, L-carnitine. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Primidone?
Common side effects associated with Primidone include: Drowsiness; Dizziness; Coordination problems; Nausea; Vision changes.
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