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Composition :

LAMOTRIGINE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ikon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's

Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's also treats bipolar disorder. Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures, sometimes leading to the unconscious state. Bipolar disorder is a severe brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behavioral changes.

Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's contains 'Lamotrigine' that reduces the electrical impulses and subsequent firing of the nerve impulses that cause fits. Thus, Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby controlling seizures. 

You are advised to take Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as skin rash, headache, nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), sleepiness, dizziness, back pain, fatigue, abdominal pain, blurred vision, double vision, impaired coordination, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), infection. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Please do not stop taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening of seizures. Do not take Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor as it could lead to serious congenital disabilities. If you are of child-bearing age, use effective contraception while taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's. Consult your doctor before taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if your child gets her first-period whilst on treatment with Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's. Do not drive or operate machinery as Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.

Uses of Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's

Epilepsy (fits), and Bipolar disorder.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Dispersible tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Medicinal Benefits

Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorders. Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's contains Lamotrigine, which reduces the electrical impulses and subsequent firing of the nerve impulses that cause fits. Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby helping in controlling seizures. It also suppresses the release of excitatory amino acid glutamate (a chemical messenger that acts as a nerve-exciting agent) in the brain, thereby preventing episodes of fits by stabilizing nerve cell's electrical activity in the brain. Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's widely used in pediatric epilepsy because of its acceptable safety profile. Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's is not associated with any psychological or physical dependence, and there is no potential for abuse.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Using this medicine during pregnancy may cause harm to the unborn baby also affect cognitive ability (reasoning, intelligence, problem-solving) later in your child's life. Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in children. If you have depression, liver, kidney, or pancreas problems, urea cycle disorders, inflammation of the tissue that covers the brain and spinal cord, porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment) or thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets), inform your doctor before taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies or mood swings. Do not stop using Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's without your doctor's advice. Stopping suddenly may cause a serious, life-threatening type of seizure. Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's may cause a severe or life-threatening skin rash, especially in children and in people who take a very high starting dose or those who also take valproic acid. If you have a skin rash, hives, blistering, peeling, or sores in your mouth or around your eyes, please inform your doctor immediately. Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A ketogenic diet (low in carbohydrates and high in fats) is recommended for children with epilepsy. This diet helps in utilizing fat instead of glucose for the generation of energy.
  • Atkins diet (high fay and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.
  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Exercise, meditation, and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity, and improves coping skills.
  • Prepare your living area, small changes may reduce the risk of physical injury during a seizure.
  • Install an alarm or emergency device to get assistance during a seizure attack.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTICONVULSANT

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FAQs

Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. It balances the brain's chemical messenger and prevents overactivity of the brain, thereby controlling seizure episodes.

Do not discontinue Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's, your doctor will reduce the dose gradually to avoid worsening of seizures.

Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Maintain a healthy weight by following a healthy diet and exercising regularly.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's helps to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA, this helps in blocking the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • OXCARBAZEPINE
  • FELBAMATE
  • GABAPENTIN
  • LEVETIRACETAM
  • PREGABALIN
  • TOPIRAMATE
  • ZONISAMIDE
  • VALPROATE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PRIMIDONE
  • PHENOBARBITONE
  • WARFARIN
  • ZIDOVUDINE
  • LOPINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • MOCLOBEMIDE
  • SELEGILINE
  • LINEZOLID
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • UETIAPINE
  • DIAZEPAM
  • OLANZAPINE
  • QUETIAPINE
  • RISPERIDONE
  • PANIPENEM
  • IMIPENEM
  • MEFLOQUINE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • TEMOZOLOMIDE
  • ESTROGEN
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE

Special Advise

  • Contact your doctor if your child gets her first-period whilst on treatment with Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's.
  • If you are of child-bearing age, use effective contraception without interruptions during your entire treatment with Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's.
  • Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's.
  • After taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's if you have thoughts of harming or killing yourself (suicidal behavior), stop taking Lamikon OD 200 Tablet 10's and immediately contact your doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Epilepsy: It is a brain-related problem in which there is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. This sudden, uncontrolled disturbance in nerve cell's electrical activity in the brain results in recurrent seizures (fits), sometimes leading to the unconscious state. In patients with seizures, the typical brain electrical pattern is disrupted by sudden bursts of electrical impulses that affect an individual's consciousness, movements, or sensations. Seizures are of two types: generalized and partial seizures. Generalized seizures affect the entire brain, whereas partial seizures affect only a part of the brain. Seizures can cause uncontrollable muscle twitches and spasms. Stronger seizures may cause people to become confused or unconscious. Possible causes include high fever, trauma, genetic disorder, brain injury, or stroke.

Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression or bipolar disease, is a mental health disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from manic highs to depressive lows.

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