Ethosuximide Coupons & Prices

Looking for an ethosuximide coupon? Ethosuximide is the low-cost generic form of Zarontin, a succinimide anticonvulsant used to control absence (petit mal) seizures. Because it is already available as an FDA-approved generic, cash prices are generally modest, but they can still vary widely from one pharmacy to the next. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and compare an ethosuximide discount across more than 60,000 pharmacies with a free Rx.com coupon.

What is ethosuximide and how does it work?

Ethosuximide is a succinimide anticonvulsant (antiepileptic) medicine. It is FDA-approved to control absence seizures, also known as petit mal seizures, and is considered a first-line treatment for childhood absence epilepsy. It comes as capsules and as an oral solution (syrup).

Ethosuximide works only for absence seizures. It does not control tonic-clonic (grand mal) or other seizure types. When a person has more than one type of seizure, ethosuximide is combined with additional anticonvulsant medicines to cover the other seizure types. Always take it exactly as your provider directs.

Ethosuximide cost and savings without insurance

Ethosuximide is available as a generic, which usually keeps the cash price lower than brand-name Zarontin. Even so, what you pay at the counter can differ a lot depending on which pharmacy you use, so comparing prices genuinely matters. Rx.com checks prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies so you can find the lowest ethosuximide price near you. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and print or text yourself a free coupon.

If you prefer the brand, the manufacturer of Zarontin, Pfizer, offers information about its own savings and patient-assistance programs on its official website; eligibility and terms vary, and those programs are separate from the Rx.com discount. Our coupon requires no insurance and can be used whether you fill the generic or the brand.

Ethosuximide alternatives and related seizure medicines

Ethosuximide is a first-line choice specifically for absence seizures. Depending on a person's seizure types and history, a provider may prescribe or add other anticonvulsants. Related medicines people compare include:

• valproic acid
• divalproex
• lamotrigine
• levetiracetam
• clonazepam

These medicines are not interchangeable with ethosuximide and are chosen based on the seizure type being treated. Only your provider can decide which medicine, or combination, is right for you. You can compare cash prices on any of these with an Rx.com coupon.

Ethosuximide safety and side effects

Ethosuximide can rarely cause serious blood problems (blood dyscrasias) such as agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, and leukopenia or eosinophilia, so providers often order periodic blood counts (CBC). Serious skin and hypersensitivity reactions have been reported, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome and DRESS (drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms), and a lupus-like (systemic lupus erythematosus-like) syndrome can occur. Like all antiepileptic medicines, ethosuximide carries a class risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior. There have also been reports of effects on liver and kidney function, so those may be monitored.

Ethosuximide may cause drowsiness or dizziness that can impair driving. Do not stop taking it suddenly, because abruptly stopping can trigger absence status (a prolonged seizure state); any change should be guided by your provider. This information is not medical advice. Tell your provider about all your medicines and report any rash, fever, unusual bruising or bleeding, or mood changes right away.