Epilam
Epilam Products are primarily used for
Epilepsy/Seizures, Bipolar disorder
About Epilam Products
Uses of Epilam Products
Lamotrigine is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures and Bipolar disorder.
Epilam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Epilam are Headache, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Joint pain, Agitation, Tremors, Tiredness, Irritability, Gastrointestinal disturbance.
How Epilam Products work
Lamotrigine is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Epilam Products
Frequently asked questions about Epilam Products
Frequently asked questions about Lamotrigine
Q. I started Epilam 50mg Tablet DT and developed a rash. The doctor stopped Epilam 50mg Tablet DT immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?
There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting Epilam 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 Epilam 50mg Tablet DT, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of Epilam 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 Epilam 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 Epilam 50mg Tablet DT?
You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of Epilam 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.
Q. Can Epilam 50mg Tablet DT affect pregnancy?
Studies on the human population do not show any effects of Epilam 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 Epilam 50mg Tablet DT. In case therapy with Epilam 50mg Tablet DT is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.
Q. Can I take Epilam 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 Epilam 50mg Tablet DT with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of Epilam 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 Epilam 50mg Tablet DT?
Epilam 50mg Tablet DT can be taken with or without food. Continue taking Epilam 50mg Tablet DT in the dose and duration advised by the doctor to get maximum benefits of Epilam 50mg Tablet DT.
Q. I have symptoms of depression. Can I take Epilam 50mg Tablet DT?
Yes, you can take Epilam 50mg Tablet DT if you have depression symptoms. In fact, Epilam 50mg Tablet DT is used in preventing depression. But, do not self medicate. Do not start or stop taking Epilam 50mg Tablet DT on your own, unless otherwise advised by the doctor.