LACOTIDE 100MG TAB

Overview

LACOTIDE 100MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

LACOTIDE 100MG TAB is composed of: LACOSAMIDE (100 MG)

Lacosamide is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant.Lacosamide is used together with other medications to treat partial-onset seizures in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.It may work by slowing abnormal nerve impulses in the brain. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Usage

LACOSAMIDE is generally used to treat: Focal Seizures, Seizure
LACOSAMIDE can address symptoms like: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Precautions for LACOTIDE 100MG TAB and its Constituents


  • You should not use lacosamide if you are allergic to it.
  • Do not start or stop taking this medicine without your doctor’s advice, and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
  • Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
  • Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
  • Do not stop using lacosamide suddenly, even if you feel fine.
  • Stopping suddenly may cause increased seizures.
  • Lacosamide is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.
  • Do not take two doses at one time.lacosamide may cause dizziness or blurred vision, and may impair your reactions.
  • Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you.The liquid form of this medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid aspartame (or phenylalanine) in your diet, ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.
  • Heart rate and rhythm should be monitored while taking lacosamide.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LACOSAMIDE over-dosage can result in: Confusion, Nausea, Vomit, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficult To Wake From Sleep, Slow Or Irregular Breathing

Common Side-Effects

LACOSAMIDE : Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Head Headache, Dizziness, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Nausea, Drowsiness, Forgetfulness, Restless Or Irritability, Sadness, Loss Of Appetite, Loss Of Balance, Mood Swings, Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Concentrating, Difficulty Sleeping, Body Difficulty Walking, Spinning Sensation, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements, Eyes Blurred Vision

Serious Side-Effects

LACOSAMIDE : Depression, Night Blindness, Insomnia, Anxiety, Hands Shaking, Loss Of Coordination, Memory Problems, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath

Rare Side-Effects

LACOSAMIDE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LACOSAMIDE can interfere with: Depression, Myocardial Infarction, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

LACOSAMIDE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Evening35%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)32%
Morning23%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days60%
15 Days13%
180 Days13%
3 Days7%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

5 to 12yrs24%
18 to 35yrs20%
35 to 50yrs40%
60 to 70yrs4%
70yrs and above12%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females37%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Neurologist97%
Cardiologist3%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

OXETOL 600MG TAB22%
LACOTIDE TAB16%
EPTOIN TAB 100MG15%
ZENOXA TAB10%
GAROIN TAB10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

EEG TEST (ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY)13%

Available Alternatives for LACOTIDE 100MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ICTROL 100MG TABINR 85 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100 MG
LACONEXT 100MG TABINR 86 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100 MG
LACOSAM 100MG TABINR 101 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100 MG
LACOSET 100MG TABINR 99 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100 MG
LACOTIDE 100MG TABINR 101 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100 MG
LACOXA 100MG TABINR 86 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100.0 MG
LOCOSAM 100MG TABINR 101.1 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100 MG
SEIZGARD 100MG TABINR 240.06 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100.0 MG
SIZLAC 100MG TABINR 93.4 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 100.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ICTROL 50MG TABINR 49 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50.0 MG
LACONEXT 10MG INJINR 75.5 for 20 ML INJECTIONLACOSAMIDE 10.0 MG
LACONEXT 50MG TABINR 45.5 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50.0 MG
LACOSAM 10MG INJINR 82 for 20 ML INJECTIONLACOSAMIDE 10.0 MG
LACOSAM 150MG TABINR 131 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 150 MG
LACOSAM 200MG TABINR 168 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 200.0 MG
LACOSAM 50MG TABINR 58 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50 MG
LACOSAMIDELACOSAMIDE
LACOSET 10MG INJINR 183 for 20 ML INJECTIONLACOSAMIDE 10.0 MG
LACOSET 150MG TABINR 137 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 150.0 MG
LACOSET 200MG TABINR 173 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 200.0 MG
LACOSET 50MG TABINR 57 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50 MG
LACOTIDE 10MG INJINR 195 for 20 ML INJECTIONLACOSAMIDE 10.0 MG
LACOTIDE 150MG TABINR 120 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 150.0 MG
LACOTIDE 200MG TABINR 152.5 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 200.0 MG
LACOTIDE 50MG TABINR 53 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50 MG
LACOXA 200MG TABINR 152 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 200.0 MG
LACOXA 50MG TABINR 49 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50.0 MG
LOCOSAM 50MG TABINR 58 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50 MG
SEIZGARD 150MG TABINR 343.4 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 150.0 MG
SEIZGARD 200MG TABINR 457.26 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 200.0 MG
SEIZGARD 50MG TABINR 114.37 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 50.0 MG
SIZLAC 10MG INJINR 183 for 20 ML INJECTIONLACOSAMIDE 10.0 MG
SIZLAC 150MG TABINR 113 for 10 TABLETSLACOSAMIDE 150.0 MG