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Lacotide 150mg Tablet

Lacotide 150mg Tablet

Lacosamide (150mg)

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Epilepsy
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About This Medicine

Product description & overview

Lacotide 150mg Tablet contains lacosamide, an antiepileptic agent indicated for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in patients with epilepsy. Lacosamide acts by selectively enhancing slow inactivation of voltage-gated sodium channels, stabilizing hyperexcitable neuronal membranes, and inhibiting repetitive neuronal firing. This mechanism contributes to its efficacy in reducing seizure frequency and severity. Lacotide is administered orally, with a recommended dosage individualized based on patient response and tolerability. It is typically initiated at a lower dose and gradually titrated to minimize adverse effects. Common side effects include dizziness, headache, nausea, and fatigue, though serious adverse reactions are rare. Caution is advised in patients with cardiac conduction abnormalities, as lacosamide may prolong PR interval. Regular monitoring of cardiac function is recommended in at-risk populations. Lacotide may interact with other antiepileptic drugs and medications that affect cardiac conduction; therefore, a thorough medication review is essential prior to initiation. It is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to lacosamide or any tablet excipients. Lacotide 150mg Tablet offers an effective adjunctive treatment option for partial-onset seizures, improving seizure control and patient quality of life when used as part of a comprehensive epilepsy management plan under medical supervision.

Active composition

Lacosamide 150 mg

About Lacosamide

Lacosamide is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat focal seizures in adults and children. It works by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain, thereby reducing the frequency of seizures. Lacosamide is effective in managing epilepsy. In summary, Lacosamide is beneficial for treating focal seizures.

How It Works

Lacosamide modulates sodium channels, stabilizing neuronal membranes and reducing seizure activity.

Medicine Strength
150 mg

Dosage & How to Use

Dosage information not available. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Safety Advice

Important precautions

Side Effect Occurrence

Based on clinical trials and patient reports.

Overall Tolerance

Most patients tolerate well

Only 2.3% reported effects

Common Side Effects

Headache8%
Nausea5%
Dizziness3%
Fatigue2%
Rash1%
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Safety Advice

Alcohol

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lacotide 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

High Risk

Driving

Lacotide 150mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Lacotide 150mg Tablet may cause dizziness or blurred vision. This may affect your ability to drive.

Exercise Caution

Liver

Lacotide 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lacotide 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Lacotide 150mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Regular Checkup

Breastfeeding

Lacotide 150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Consult Doctor

Kidney

Lacotide 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lacotide 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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