LACOTIDE Syrup 200ml

Epilepsy/Convulsion (809)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Lacosamide 15 mg

Manufacturer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT LACOTIDE SYRUPLACOTIDE SYRUP contains Lacosamide which belongs to the group of medicines called Antiepileptics. It is used to manage a certain type of epilepsy characterised by the occurrence of partial onset seizure with or without secondary generalisation. In this type of epilepsy, fits first affect only one

Uses

OF LACOTIDE SYRUP Used as an adjunctive management of partial onset seizures in patients above 17 years of age

How It Works

LACOTIDE SYRUP works slowly by inactivating the sodium gated channels, which decreases the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain and controls seizures or fits.

Directions for Use

Take LACOTIDE SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects

taking LACOTIDE SYRUP are headache, feeling dizzy or sick, nausea and double vision. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms worsen. USES OF LACOTIDE SYRUP Used as an adjunctive management of partial onset seizures in patients above 17 years of age HOW LACOTIDE SYRUP WORKSLACOTIDE SYRUP works slowly by inactivating the sodium gated channels, which decreases the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain and controls seizures or fits. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake LACOTIDE SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF LACOTIDE SYRUPCOMMON headache nausea double vision myoclonic seizures (short jerks of a muscle or group of muscles) difficulties in coordinating movements or walking problems in keeping balance, tremors, tingling or muscle spasms, falling easily and getting bruises troubles with memory, thinking or finding words, confusion blurred vision, rapid and uncontrollable movements of the eyes vertigo vomiting, dry mouth, constipation, indigestion, excessive gas in the stomach or bowel, diarrhea reduced sensitivity or feeling, difficulty in articulating words, disturbance in attention noise in the ear such as buzzing, ringing or whistling irritability, trouble sleeping, depression sleepiness, tiredness or weakness itching, rash runny nose, fever, sore throat, eating less than usual (in children) UNCOMMON hallucinations blood tests might show abnormal liver function, liver injury self-harming thoughts feeling angry or agitated abnormal thinking or losing touch with reality swelling of the face, throat, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs and hives feeling sleepy or lacking in energy

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYLACOTIDE SYRUP is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGLACOTIDE SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or blurred vision after taking LACOTIDE SYRUP. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking LACOTIDE SYRUP. Consult your doctor for advice. KIDNEYLACOTIDE SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERLACOTIDE SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take LACOTIDE SYRUP if you are allergic to Lacosamide or any of the other ingredients of the medicine. HEART DISEASELACOTIDE SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with second or third-degree AV block and LACOTIDE SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with heart disease like AV block, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, heart failure, heart attack. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSBefore taking LACOTIDE SYRUP, inform your doctor if you: self-harming thoughts often dizzy or fall over Use in pediatrics: LACOTIDE SYRUP is not recommended for use in children aged under 4 years. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: LACOTIDE SYRUP should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking LACOTIDE SYRUP, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used to manage heart problems medicines used to manage epilepsy or pain (Ex. carbamazepine, lamotrigine or pregabalin) medicines used for fungal infections (Ex. fluconazole, itraconazole or ketoconazole) medicine used to manage HIV (Ex. ritonavir) medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. clarithromycin or rifampicin) herbal medicine used to manage mild anxiety and depression (Ex. St. John’s wort) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LACOTIDE SYRUP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are dizziness, nausea, vomiting, fits (seizures), heartbeat problems such as a slow, fast or irregular heartbeat or a fall in blood pressure with rapid heartbeat and sweating. SYNOPSIS Drug : Lacosamide Pharmacological Category : Antiepileptics Therapeutic Indication : Epilepsy Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep LACOTIDE SYRUP out of reach of children Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C

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Last Updated

31 Oct 2022

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