Lamokem
Lamokem Products are primarily used for
Epilepsy/Seizures, Bipolar disorder
About Lamokem Products
Uses of Lamokem Products
Lamotrigine is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures and Bipolar disorder.
Lamokem Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lamokem are Headache, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Joint pain, Agitation, Tremors, Tiredness, Irritability, Gastrointestinal disturbance.
How Lamokem 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 Lamokem Products
Frequently asked questions about Lamokem Products
Frequently asked questions about Lamotrigine
Q. I started Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR and developed a rash. The doctor stopped Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?
There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR 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 Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR 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 Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR 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 Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR?
You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR 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 Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR affect pregnancy?
Studies on the human population do not show any effects of Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR 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 Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR. In case therapy with Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.
Q. Can I take Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR 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 Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR may need adjustment if taken with antiepileptic medicines such as oxcarbazepine, felbamate, gabapentin, levetiracetam, pregabalin, topiramate or zonisamide.
Q. How to take Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR?
Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR can be taken with or without food. Continue taking Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR in the dose and duration advised by the doctor to get maximum benefits of Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR.
Q. I have symptoms of depression. Can I take Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR?
Yes, you can take Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR if you have depression symptoms. In fact, Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR is used in preventing depression. But, do not self medicate. Do not start or stop taking Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR on your own, unless otherwise advised by the doctor.
Products for Lamokem
Lamokem OD 100 Tablet SR
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹202.5
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Lamokem OD 50 Tablet SR
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹118
Not Available
Lamokem 25mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹48
Not Available