LACOSET 200MG INJECTION

Introduction:

Lacoset 200mg Injection contains the active constituent lacosamide. It is used to lower the number of fits (seizures) in epileptic patients. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder where nerve cells do not signal properly, which causes seizures. This medication is not recommended for children under four years of age. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may increase your fits.

Before taking Lacoset 200mg Injection, you need to talk to your physician if you have heart problems, dizziness, thoughts of harming yourself, other diseases or allergic reactions or if you are on a salt-controlled diet. Avoid drinking alcohol during the treatment. If you experience palpitations, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, lightheadedness, or fainting while taking this medicine, seek medical advice immediately. 

Uses of Lacoset 200mg Injection:

• Treatment of epilepsy

How Lacoset 200mg Injection works:

Lacoset 200mg Injection decreases the abnormal electrical activity in the brain and controls fits.

Interactions with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More information:

• Keep Lacoset 200mg Injection out of sight and reach of children. 
• Do not store above 25°C.

References:

1. UCB Pharma Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [Revised on Dec 2021] [ Accessed on 19th March 2022], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2286.pdf
2. UCB, Inc, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Oct 2008] [ Accessed on 19th March 2022], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2008/022253lbl.pdf
3. Sheridan M Hoy; Lacosamide: A Review in Focal-Onset Seizures in Patients with Epilepsy; CNS Drugs; Published on May 2018; Accessed on 19/03/2022; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29785508/

How to use Lacoset 200mg Injection:

It will be given to you by your health care professional.

Safety advice:

Pregnancy:

Lacoset 200mg Injection is not recommended for pregnant patients. You need to tell your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine. 

Breastfeeding:

Lacoset 200mg Injection is not recommended for breastfeeding patients. You need to tell your physician if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine. 

Liver:

You need to tell your physician if you have any liver disorders before taking Lacoset 200mg Injection. 

Kidney:

You need to tell your physician if you have any kidney disorders before taking Lacoset 200mg Injection. 

Driving: 

Lacoset 200mg Injection may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Avoid driving if you are unwell.

Others:

• Talk to your physician if you have heart problems, dizziness, thoughts of harming yourself, other diseases or allergic reactions or if you are on a salt-controlled diet.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

• Slow, rapid, or irregular heartbeat, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, or fainting

Common:

• Headache, double vision
• Nausea, vomiting
• Decreased sensitivity, difficulty in articulating words
• Itching, rash
• Irritability, depression, trouble sleeping
• Noise in the ear
• Constipation, diarrhea, gas, indigestion
• Problems in balance, difficulty in walking
• Trouble remembering, confusion
• Rapid movements of the eyes
• Tiredness, sleepiness
• Short jerks of muscles
• Spinning sensation
• Pain or discomfort at the injection site