Lacosamide (10mg)
Lacosam Injection is given under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. It should not be self-administered at home. Get the injection regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. 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 common side effects like headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, and diplopia (double vision). Most of these side effects are self-limiting and they usually improve with time. Additionally, you may notice some injection site reactions like redness or swelling. Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
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 themCommon side effects of Lacosam
20 ml Injection
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Lacosam Injection 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.
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lacosam Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Lacosam Injection 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.
Lacosam Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Lacosam Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Lacosam Injection may cause dizziness or blurred vision. This may affect your ability to drive.
Lacosam Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lacosam Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Lacosam Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lacosam Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lacosam Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
No, you need to be careful while driving or operating heavy machinery until and unless you know how Lacosam Injection affects you. You may experience dizziness or drowsiness and blurred vision, especially during the initial days of treatment. These side effects can also be observed if the dose is increased.
No, Lacosam Injection is not habit forming. There are no reports which suggest occurrence of withdrawal symptoms following its discontinuation. Lacosam Injection may cause euphoria (patients may feel extremely happy and overwhelmed) in some individuals who may then take it merely for fun (drug abuse). It is possible that such individuals may become psychologically dependent on this medicine.
Lacosam Injection has not been reported to affect fertility in males or females. However, if you are concerned, consult the doctor.
Though no potential side effects have been reported with the use of Lacosam Injection during pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is best to avoid Lacosam Injection during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Excess of Lacosam Injection may cause dizziness, nausea, vomiting, seizures, shock, heart problems and even coma. If such a situation arises, seek emergency medical support in a nearby hospital.
Be cautious if you are taking Lacosam Injection while on Ritonavir therapy. It is advised to inform your doctor before starting Lacosam Injection. This is because if you are taking Ritonavir for liver or kidney problems then the dose of Lacosam Injection should be modified or reduced.
