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Ethosuximide

Ethosuximide is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

$0 with active Tab membership Oral Anti-epileptic Agent [EPC]

What it's used for

Zarontin is indicated for the control of absence (petit mal) epilepsy.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

The initial oral dose is 250 mg per day for patients aged 3 to 6 years, and 500 mg per day for patients 6 years of age and older.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Boxed warning / key safety info

Serious blood disorders, some fatal, have been reported with ethosuximide, requiring periodic blood counts during treatment.

Common side effects

Common gastrointestinal side effects include loss of appetite, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, pain, weight loss, and diarrhea.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Ethosuximide 250mg/5mL Solution

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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Tab is a membership and prescription-discount program—not insurance, and not a substitute for it. $0 pricing applies to medications on the current covered generic list with active membership, at participating pharmacy locations nationwide or through mail order, and is subject to change. Mail-order home delivery is preferred for recurring prescriptions; activation, availability, and delivery timing apply. This page is for general reference, drawn from FDA-approved drug labeling, and is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician can determine if a medication is right for you.