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Composition FOR Lom 50mg Tablet DT

Lamotrigine(50mg)

food interaction for Lom Tablet DT

alcohol interaction for Lom Tablet DT

pregnancy interaction for Lom Tablet DT

lactation interaction for Lom Tablet DT

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Lom 50mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
Lom 50mg Tablet DT may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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
Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT

Lamotrigine(50mg)

Lom tablet dt uses

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

How lom tablet dt works

Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 lom tablet dt

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 Lom Tablet DT

  • 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT

Lamotrigine

Q. I started Lom 50mg Tablet DT and developed a rash. The doctor stopped Lom 50mg Tablet DT immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?
There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT?
You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT affect pregnancy?
Studies on the human population do not show any effects of Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT. In case therapy with Lom 50mg Tablet DT is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.
Q. Can I take Lom 50mg Tablet DT 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 Lom 50mg Tablet DT with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of Lom 50mg Tablet DT may need adjustment if taken with antiepileptic medicines such as oxcarbazepine, felbamate, gabapentin, levetiracetam, pregabalin, topiramate or zonisamide.
Q. How to take Lom 50mg Tablet DT?
Lom 50mg Tablet DT can be taken with or without food. Continue taking Lom 50mg Tablet DT in the dose and duration advised by the doctor to get maximum benefits of Lom 50mg Tablet DT.
Q. I have symptoms of depression. Can I take Lom 50mg Tablet DT?
Yes, you can take Lom 50mg Tablet DT if you have depression symptoms. In fact, Lom 50mg Tablet DT is used in preventing depression. But, do not self medicate. Do not start or stop taking Lom 50mg Tablet DT on your own, unless otherwise advised by the doctor.

Content on this page was last updated on 10 July, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)