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Lacosam 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Lacosam 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

By TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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MRP 285.00
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Lacosam 100 MG Description

Lacosam 100 tablet is a medication used to treat seizures. Its active substance is lacosamide, which works by stabilizing the electrical activity of neuron cells in the brain. It is important to take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor and not to stop taking it on your own. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have any medical history, inform your doctor before starting Lacosam Tablet.

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Product Summary

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ContainsLacosamide(100.0 Mg)
UsesEpilepsy
Side effectsDizziness, headache, nausea, rash
TherapyANTI-EPILEPTIC
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uses

Uses of Lacosam 100 MG

Lacosam Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention of seizures/fits in adults, adolescents and children aged 4 years and older.
contraindications

Contraindications of Lacosam 100 MG

  • If you are allergic to lacosamide or any ingredient of Lacosam Tablet.
  • If you have a certain type of heartbeat problem called second or third-degree AV block.
sideEffects

Side effects of Lacosam 100 MG

  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Vision blurred
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Lacosam 100 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Lacosam 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information on the effect of Lacosam Tablet during pregnancy and hence should not be used in pregnant women. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Lacosam 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
Lacosam Tablet passes into human breast milk. It is recommended that breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment with this medicine.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Lacosam 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?
A:
Lacosam Tablet may cause dizziness or blurred vision. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Lacosam 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?
A:
There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Lacosam Tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have thoughts of harming or killing yourself after taking this medicine.
  • You have a heart problem that affects the beat of your heart and you often have a particularly slow, fast or irregular heartbeat (such as AV block, atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter).
  • You have severe heart disease such as heart failure or have had a heart attack.
  • You are often dizzy or fall over.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Lacosam 100 MG

  • Take Lacosam Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
  • Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
  • Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
  • Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Lacosam 100 MG

  • Store Lacosam Tablet in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets.
dosage

Dosage of Lacosam 100 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Lacosam Tablet include nausea, vomiting, dizziness and seizures. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hos...
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Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Lacosam Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a doub...
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modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Lacosam 100 MG

How Does It Work?

Lacosam Tablet works by inactivating the voltage-gated sodium channels and stabilizing the electrical activity of neuron cells in the brain. Therefore, it helps in controlling fits or seizures.
interactions

Interactions of Lacosam 100 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Lacosam Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
  • Tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines that affect your heart like medicines to treat heart problems, medicines that can increase the PR interval on a scan of the heart (ECG or electrocardio...
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  • Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines for fungal infections called fluconazole, itraconazole or ketoconazole, a medicine for HIV called ritonavir, medicines used to treat bacteri...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is Lacosam Tablet used for?

A: Lacosam Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention of seizures/fits in adults, adolescents and children aged 4 years and older.

Q: Is Lacosam Tablet and lacosamide the same?

A: Yes, Lacosam Tablet and lacosamide are the same. Lacosam Tablet contains lacosamide as the active substance.
Last Updated on: 4 January 2024 | 3:49 PM (IST)

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