Prescription Required

Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

by RPG Life Sciences Ltd
Lamotrigine (200mg)

₹195₹195

0% off
Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

Introduction to Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • It contains Lamotrigine, an anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. 
  • It helps to control seizures and stabilize mood.

Safety Advice for Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
safetyAdvice.iconUrl

Limit alcohol consumption as it can increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness.

safetyAdvice.iconUrl

Use with caution if you have liver disease. Regular liver function tests may be required.

safetyAdvice.iconUrl

Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests may be required.

safetyAdvice.iconUrl

Consult your doctor before using this medication during pregnancy.

safetyAdvice.iconUrl

Consult your doctor before using this medication while breastfeeding.

safetyAdvice.iconUrl

Avoid driving if you experience dizziness, and fatigue.

How Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s works

Lamotrigine: Stabilizes electrical activity in the brain by inhibiting voltage-sensitive sodium channels, which reduces the release of excitatory neurotransmitters. This helps to prevent and control seizures and stabilize mood in bipolar disorder.

How To Use Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Dosage: Follow the dosage prescribed by your healthcare provider, which can vary based on the condition being treated and individual response.
  • Administration: Dissolve the tablet in a small amount of water before swallowing, or you can swallow it whole with water.
  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • Do not start or stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare provider.

Special Precautions About Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Inform your doctor if you have any known allergies to Lamotrigine or other medications.
  • Discuss with your doctor if you have any underlying health conditions, particularly liver or kidney disease.

Benefits Of Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Controls seizures in epilepsy patients.
  • Stabilizes mood and prevents depressive episodes in bipolar disorder.
  • Improves quality of life by managing symptoms of epilepsy and bipolar disorder.

Side Effects Of Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Dry mouth
  • Insomnia
  • Blurred vision
  • Skin rash

Similar Medicine Of Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

What If I Missed A Dose Of Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. 
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. 
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Health And Lifestyle

Follow a balanced diet to support overall health and well-being. Engage in regular physical activity as recommended by your healthcare provider. Maintain a regular sleep schedule to support mental health and reduce the risk of seizures. Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption to reduce the risk of complications. Practice stress management techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing exercises to improve mental health.

Drug Interaction

  • Anticonvulsants: Phenytoin, carbamazepine, valproate
  • Hormonal Contraceptives
  • Antidepressants: Such as sertraline, fluoxetine
  • Antipsychotics: Such as quetiapine, risperidone

Drug Food Interaction

Disease Explanation

thumbnail.sv

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

FAQ's on Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

What can be the consequences of taking a higher than the recommended dose of Lamictin?

You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of Lamictin 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.

Can Lamictin affect pregnancy?

Studies on the human population do not show any effects of Lamictin 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 Lamictin. In case therapy with Lamictin is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.

How to take Lamictin?

Lamictin can be taken with or without food. Continue taking Lamictin in the dose and duration advised by the doctor to get maximum benefits of Lamictin.

How long does it take Lamictin to work?

Though it varies from person to person, your symptoms may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.

Can I take Lamictin 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 Lamictin with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of Lamictin may need adjustment if taken with antiepileptic medicines such as oxcarbazepine, felbamate, gabapentin, levetiracetam, pregabalin, topiramate or zonisamide.

I started Lamictin and developed a rash. The doctor stopped Lamictin immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?

There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting Lamictin 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 Lamictin, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of Lamictin is stopped even if the rashes are mild and non-serious. It is because of this that your doctor changed the medicine.

I have symptoms of depression. Can I take Lamictin?

Yes, you can take Lamictin if you have depression symptoms. In fact, Lamictin is used in preventing depression. But, do not self medicate. Do not start or stop taking Lamictin on your own, unless otherwise advised by the doctor.

check.svg Written By

Pranav ayush

MBA in Pharmaceutical

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 30 July, 2024

Prescription Required

Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

by RPG Life Sciences Ltd
Lamotrigine (200mg)

₹195₹195

0% off
Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

thmb-mob-01.png

Discover the Benefits of ABHA Card registration

Simplify your healthcare journey with Indian Government's ABHA card. Get your card today!

Create ABHA

Lamictin 200mg Tablet DT 10s

thmb-mob-01.png
whatsapp-icon