Does anyone have experience taking both of these meds? I've taken carbamazepine before so was reluctant to try oxcarbazepine since my pdoc says they are very similar. However, after our appointment, I started doing my homework and found one study that showed Ox has fewer side effects including cognitive effects, which is my main problem with my current med (depakote). Also they have a 24 hour XR option that isn't available with Carbamazepine.

Thanks