Lametec Kid Tablet DT 10s
Introduction to Lametec Kid Tablet DT 10s
Related Faqs
Can I take Lametec 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 Lametec with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of Lametec may need adjustment if taken with antiepileptic medicines such as oxcarbazepine, felbamate, gabapentin, levetiracetam, pregabalin, topiramate or zonisamide.
Can Lametec affect pregnancy?
Studies on the human population do not show any effects of Lametec 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 Lametec. In case therapy with Lametec is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.
I started Lametec and developed a rash. The doctor stopped Lametec immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?
There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting Lametec 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 Lametec, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of Lametec is stopped even if the rashes are mild and non-serious. It is because of this that your doctor changed the medicine.
What can be the consequences of taking a higher than the recommended dose of Lametec?
You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of Lametec 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.
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Lametec Kid Tablet DT 10s
Prescription Required
Packaging :
strip of 10 tablet dt
Manufacturer :
Cipla LtdComposition :
Lamotrigine (5mg)