Carbamazepine has been utilized to successfully diminish attacks in trigeminal neuralgia. During this therapy which of the following is indicated ?

Correct answer: B. Clinical observation and complete blood and platelet counts prior to and at frequent intervals during therapy

  • A. Clinical observation only
  • B. Clinical observation and complete blood and platelet counts prior to and at frequent intervals during therapy
  • C. No monitoring
  • D. Complete blood investigation only if adverse symptoms arise

Explanation

Carbamazepine can rarely cause bone-marrow suppression, including leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, and aplastic anemia. A baseline complete blood count with platelet count and repeated monitoring is therefore indicated.

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