DRUG STUDY

Generic Name: Carbamazepine

Brand Name Tegretol

Date and time ordered:

Therapeutic Classification: Anticonvulsants

Pharmacologic class: Iminostilbene derivatives

Dosage, route and frequency: 200 mg OD, oral route

Mechanism of action: It’s a GABA receptor agonist, as it has also been shown to
potentiate GABA receptors made up of α1, β2, and γ2
subunits. This mechanism may contribute to its efficacy in
neuropathic pain and bipolar disorder.

Desired effect: It will treat the condition of the patient. It works by

stabilizing the mood which help to decrease extreme
changes in mood and help the patient feel less agitated.

Nursing Responsibilities Rationale

1. Assess appropriateness of the
prescribed therapy, patient's condition,
This is to prevent error before administering
and dose, route and rate of the
the medication.
solution/medication order before
administering the medication.
2. Check the patient's medical record for If an allergy or contraindications exist, don't
an allergy or contraindication to the administer the medication and notify the
prescribed medication. practitioner.

3. Monitor patient’s response to the drug. To evaluate effectiveness of the drug.

4. Discuss with patients the side effects

It will help the patient identify undesired side
of the medication such as nausea,
effects that may require intervention.
vomiting, headache.
To protect the patient from fall experiencing
5. Institute safety measure such as
some adverse effects such dizziness and
raising the side rails.
drowsiness.
6. Offer the patient support and This helps the patient cope with the disorder
encouragement to drug therapy. and drug regimen.
7. Provide the patient comfort including
ready to access bathroom and To minimize possible adverse effects.
assistance with ambulation.
8. Educate the patient and significant To help the patient avoid making
other about the medication including medication errors during self-medication and
the time when to take it and its understand what to do if the patient has
importance. questions or concerns about the medication.