Prescription Required.
Is the active pharmaceutical ingredient (api).
Adjunctive treatment of partialonset seizures in adults with epilepsy.
Monotherapy treatment of partialonset seizures in adults with epilepsy.
Lacosam Syp 200ml (Lacosamide) selectively binds to the inactivated voltage-gated sodium channels in neurons, thus slowing down the repetitive firing of action potentials. This stabilization of neuronal membranes helps to reduce the excessive neuronal activity that causes seizures.
Store at controlled room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Protect from moisture.
Dosage should be determined by a healthcare professional based on individual patient needs and response.
Typically, the starting dose is gradually increased over several days or weeks to reach a therapeutic level.
Lacosamide is available in tablet and oral solution formulations.
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Diplopia (double vision)
Vertigo
Fatigue
Ataxia
Somnolence
Vomiting
Constipation
Serious hypersensitivity reactions (rare)
Alcohol may exacerbate the central nervous system depressant effects of lacosamide. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Lacosamide may cause dizziness, drowsiness, and impaired coordination. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Lacosamide may cross the placenta and is excreted in breast milk. The benefits and risks should be carefully considered.
The safety and efficacy of lacosamide in children below the approved age range have not been established.
Dose adjustment may be necessary in patients with impaired kidney function.
Dose adjustment may be necessary in patients with impaired liver function.
Your physician's prescription information.
The official prescribing information (package insert) for the specific brand of lacosamide you are taking.
Reputable medical websites like the FDA or your national equivalent drug regulatory agency.
