Lacotab 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Lacotab 50 MG Description

Lacotab Tablet is an anti-epileptic medication. It contains lacosamide as the active substance. Lacotab Tablet is used in the treatment of seizures. It works by stabilizing the electrical activity of

neuron cells in the brain. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting Lacotab Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

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Contains	Lacosamide(50.0 Mg)
Uses	Epilepsy
Side effects	Dizziness, headache, nausea, rash
Therapy	ANTI-EPILEPTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Lacotab 50 MG

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

Contraindications of Lacotab 50 MG

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

Side effects of Lacotab 50 MG

Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Rash
Vision blurred

Precautions and Warnings of Lacotab 50 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Lacotab 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the effect of Lacotab 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.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Lacotab 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets while breastfeeding?

Lacotab Tablet passes into human breast milk. It is recommended that breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment with this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Lacotab 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

Lacotab 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

Can I consume alcohol with Lacotab 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Lacotab Tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.

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.

Mode of Action of Lacotab 50 MG

How Does It Work?

Lacotab 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.

Directions for Use of Lacotab 50 MG

Take Lacotab 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.

Interactions of Lacotab 50 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Lacotab 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.
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Storage and disposal of Lacotab 50 MG

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

Dosage of Lacotab 50 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Lacotab 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...

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Lacotab 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...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Lacotab Tablet used for?

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

Q: Is Lacotab Tablet and lacosamide the same?

A: Yes, Lacotab Tablet and lacosamide are the same. Lacotab Tablet contains lacosamide as the active substance.

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