Lamepil 50 Tablet

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Composition FOR Lamepil 50mg Tablet

Lamotrigine(50mg)

food interaction for Lamepil Tablet

alcohol interaction for Lamepil Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Lamepil Tablet

lactation interaction for Lamepil Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Lamepil 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Lamepil 50 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Lamepil 50 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
Lamepil 50 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitor the baby for rash, sleepiness or poor sucking. Also, get the platelet count and liver function test done periodically.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Lamepil 50mg Tablet

Lamotrigine(50mg)

Lamepil tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures and Bipolar disorder.

How lamepil tablet works

Lamepil 50 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of lamepil tablet

Skin rash, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Sleepiness, Dizziness, Back pain, Abdominal pain, Blurred vision, Double vision, Impaired coordination, Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Infection

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Expert advice FOR Lamepil Tablet

  • Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
  • Make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
  • Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
    • Practice yoga every day.
    • Get enough sleep at nighttime.
    • Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
    • Take your medication on time.
  • It may cause headaches. Drink plenty of water and take a suitable pain killer. Inform your doctor if it does not go away.
  • It may cause skin rash. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice a rash, itching and peeling of skin.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the frequency of seizure.

Frequently asked questions FOR Lamepil 50mg Tablet

Lamotrigine

Q. I started Lamepil 50 Tablet and developed a rash. The doctor stopped Lamepil 50 Tablet immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?
There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting Lamepil 50 Tablet and were hospitalized. Sometimes these rashes turn into severe skin infections and may endanger the patient’s life. Therefore, it is advised that if a patient develops rashes after starting Lamepil 50 Tablet, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of Lamepil 50 Tablet is stopped even if the rashes are mild and non-serious. It is because of this that your doctor changed the medicine.
Q. How long does it take Lamepil 50 Tablet to work?
Though it varies from person to person, your symptoms may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.
Q. What can be the consequences of taking a higher than the recommended dose of Lamepil 50 Tablet?
You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of Lamepil 50 Tablet may cause problems with your balance, changes in heartbeat rhythm, loss of consciousness, fits (convulsions) or coma. Even if there are no signs of discomfort, seek immediate medical attention of a doctor or nearby hospital.
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Q. Can Lamepil 50 Tablet affect pregnancy?
Studies on the human population do not show any effects of Lamepil 50 Tablet on pregnant women or her fetus. However, it is advisable that you inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or are planning to get pregnant while taking Lamepil 50 Tablet. In case therapy with Lamepil 50 Tablet is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.
Q. Can I take Lamepil 50 Tablet with other antiepileptic medicines?
It is important that you inform your doctor if you are already on any other antiepileptic medicines. The reason being, taking Lamepil 50 Tablet with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of Lamepil 50 Tablet may need adjustment if taken with antiepileptic medicines such as oxcarbazepine, felbamate, gabapentin, levetiracetam, pregabalin, topiramate or zonisamide.
Q. How to take Lamepil 50 Tablet?
Lamepil 50 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Continue taking Lamepil 50 Tablet in the dose and duration advised by the doctor to get maximum benefits of Lamepil 50 Tablet.
Q. I have symptoms of depression. Can I take Lamepil 50 Tablet?
Yes, you can take Lamepil 50 Tablet if you have depression symptoms. In fact, Lamepil 50 Tablet is used in preventing depression. But, do not self medicate. Do not start or stop taking Lamepil 50 Tablet on your own, unless otherwise advised by the doctor.

Content on this page was last updated on 22 February, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)