1 Unopened meat may be kept in its original store packaging when refrigerating â do not open package until ready to use. 2  If freezing, place in freezer before the number of days shown for refrigerator storage has elapsed.
The most common side effects that occur while taking Tegretol, especially when a person initiates it, are dizziness, drowsiness, unsteadiness, nausea and vomiting. 1  Talk with your doctor if these side effects are persistent or bothersome.
Although most people tolerate Tegretol, it does have some drawbacks and negative side effects, including the following: 1  Can reduce effectiveness of birth control pills. 2  Has potentially serious interactions with a number of other medications. 3  May lead to reduction of white blood cells or platelets.