A patient prescribed carbamazepine asks the nurse why he is prescribed the drug. The nurse explains to the patient that the drug may be used to treat

bipolar disorder
chronic pain
epilepsy

Explanation

• Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant used to treat epilepsy and for mood stabilization in bipolar disorder. It may also be used for chronic neuropathic pain, migraine prophylaxis, or other uses.

• Patients should also be encouraged to ask their doctors to clarify if they do not know why they are taking a medication.

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