Product Description
Lacotide 100mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Lacotide 100mg Tablet is used to control and prevent epilepsy (seizures). It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Lacotide 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember as it can be life-threatening in some cases, so it is better to keep an extra stock always to avoid a missed dose. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and always consult your doctor before stopping this medicine as it may increase seizure frequency. Inform your doctor if you have any heart-related problems, before starting your treatment with this medicine.
The use of this medicine may cause some side effects such as headaches, dizziness, dry mouth, muscle spasms, blurred vision, nausea, diplopia (double vision). Most of these side effects are self-limiting and they usually improve with time. Keep a watch on your weight, as using this medicine can cause weight gain. Eat healthily and exercise regularly to manage it.
Lacotide 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember as it can be life-threatening in some cases, so it is better to keep an extra stock always to avoid a missed dose. You should finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and always consult your doctor before stopping this medicine as it may increase seizure frequency. Inform your doctor if you have any heart-related problems, before starting your treatment with this medicine.
The use of this medicine may cause some side effects such as headaches, dizziness, dry mouth, muscle spasms, blurred vision, nausea, diplopia (double vision). Most of these side effects are self-limiting and they usually improve with time. Keep a watch on your weight, as using this medicine can cause weight gain. Eat healthily and exercise regularly to manage it.
Uses of Lacotide Tablet
Benefits of Lacotide Tablet
In Epilepsy/Seizures
Lacotide 100mg Tablet is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.
This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
Side effects of Lacotide Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lacotide
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
- Vomiting
- Visual disturbance
- Dryness in mouth
- Muscle spasm
How to use Lacotide Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lacotide 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Lacotide Tablet works
Lacotide 100mg Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It slowly inactivates the sodium gated channels, which decreases the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Thereby, it controls seizures or fits.
Safety advice
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lacotide 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lacotide 100mg 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 YOUR DOCTOR
Lacotide 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Lacotide 100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Lacotide 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness or blurred vision. This may affect your ability to drive.
Lacotide 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness or blurred vision. This may affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Lacotide 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lacotide 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Lacotide 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lacotide 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lacotide 100mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Lacotide 100mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Lacotide Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Lacotide 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n