Barbiturates affect brain pathways and neurotransmitters, and they can cause psychoactive effects -especially in high doses. Along with being addictive, physical dependence can occur with the use of Mysoline as well.

How does primidone make you feel?

Primidone may cause some people to become dizzy, lightheaded, drowsy, or less alert than they are normally. Even if taken at bedtime, it may cause some people to feel drowsy or less alert on arising.

Is primidone a narcotic?

Primidone is used in the treatment of epilepsy; seizures and belongs to the drug class barbiturate anticonvulsants. FDA has not classified the drug for risk during pregnancy. Primidone 50 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).