Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for LAMITOR OD TAB 50MG and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Prescription Statistics
- 12 Available Alternatives for LAMITOR OD TAB 50MG
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Overview
LAMITOR OD TAB 50MG is a Schedule H drug.LAMITOR OD TAB 50MG is composed of: LAMOTRIGINE (50 MG)
Lamotrigine treats certain types of seizures and help regulate mood in those with bipolar disorder.Lamotrigine is an anti-epileptic medication, also called an anticonvulsant.Lamotrigine is used either alone or in combination with other medications to treat epileptic seizures in adults and children. Lamotrigine is also used to delay mood episodes in adults with bipolar disorder (manic depression).It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Usage
LAMOTRIGINE is generally used to treat: Epilepsy, Bipolar Disorder, Manic Depression, Bipolar, SeizureLAMOTRIGINE can address symptoms like: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Depressed Mood
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for LAMITOR OD TAB 50MG and its Constituents
- You should not take lamotrigine if you are allergic to it.
- Do not start or stop taking seizure medication during pregnancy without your doctor’s advice. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed
- .Do not crush, chew, or break the regular or the extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
- Do not stop using lamotrigine suddenly, even if you feel fine. Stopping suddenly may cause increased seizures.
- This medicine may affect a drug-screening urine test and you may have false results.
- Tell the laboratory staff that you use lamotrigine.
- Do not take two doses at one time.
- Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Stop taking Lamotrigine and inform your doctor if you notice a rash, especially if accompanied with fever, as it may be life-threatening.
- Lamotrigine may cause headaches. Drink plenty of water and take a suitable pain killer. Inform your doctor if it does not go away.
Symptoms of Overdosage
LAMOTRIGINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Loss Of Coordination, Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Eyes Jerking Eye MovementsCommon Side-Effects
LAMOTRIGINE : Skin Rash, Anxiety, Depression, Seizure, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Runny Nose, Difficulty Sleeping, Weight Loss (unintentional), Chest Pain, Confusion, Restless Or Irritability, Loss Of Coordination, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Head Headache, Dry Mouth, Back Pain, Agitation, Fatigue (tiredness)Serious Side-Effects
LAMOTRIGINE : Muscle Pain, Aseptic Meningitis, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Vomit, Eyes Blurred Vision, Face Swelling, Eyes Swelling, Swollen LipsRare Side-Effects
LAMOTRIGINE : Itchy Skin, MEMORY LOSS, Muscle Cramp, Mouth Ulcer, Swollen Lymph Nodes, Chills, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Fever, Eyes Eye Irritation, Eyes Redness, Throat Soreness, Face Swelling, Mouth Swelling, Hands Swelling, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Fatigue (tiredness)Disease Interactions
LAMOTRIGINE can interfere with: Depression, Dermatitis, Psychosis, Lupus Erythematosus, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, PhenylketonuriaTechnical Classification
LAMOTRIGINE is categorized as: TRIAZINE ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSPrescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
| Before Sleeping | 94% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
| 150mg | 32% |
| 125mg | 18% |
| 300mg | 14% |
| 175mg | 14% |
| 25mg | 9% |
| 100mg | 5% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 7 Days | 81% |
| 14 Days | 5% |
| 30 Days | 5% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| 12 to 18yrs | 9% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 65% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 22% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 2% |
| 70yrs and above | 2% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 77% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Psychiatrist | 96% |
| None | 4% |
| Neurologist | 1% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
| ETILAAM-MD 0.25MG TAB | 35% |
| LAMITOR OD TAB 100MG | 20% |
Available Alternatives for LAMITOR OD TAB 50MG
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| EPILAM DT 50MG TAB | INR 51.42 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| EPITIC 50MG TAB | INR 63.37 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| ICTALAM 50MG TAB | INR 53.08 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMBI 50MG TAB | INR 90.48 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMEPIL 50MG TAB | INR 84.5 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMEPIL 50MG TAB MR | INR 92 for 10 TABLET MR | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMETEC 50MG TAB DT | INR 108.5 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMETEC DT 50MG TAB | INR 84.5 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMETEC OD 50MG TAB | INR 100 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMEZ 50MG TAB | INR 76 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50 MG |
| LAMEZ OD 50MG TAB | INR 106 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMIACE 50MG TAB DT | INR 91.91 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMICTAL 50MG TAB | INR 139 for 14 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50 MG |
| LAMICTAL 50MG TAB DT | INR 139 for 14 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMICTAL XR 50MG TAB | INR 450 for 30 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMICTIN 50MG TAB DT | INR 62 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMIDUS 50MG TAB DT | INR 78.12 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMITOR DT 50MG TAB | INR 111 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMITOR OD TAB 50MG | INR 86 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50 MG |
| LAMOGIN 50MG TAB DT | INR 38.41 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMOGINE 50MG TAB | INR 62 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMOKEM OD 50MG TAB | INR 98 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMORIG 50MG TAB | INR 56.72 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMOSYN 50MG TAB | INR 95 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LAMOZ 50MG TAB | INR 51.28 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50 MG |
| LAMRIGA DT 50MG TAB | INR 75.23 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| LEMIT 50MG TAB | INR 67.15 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
| NOMBRE OD 50MG TAB | INR 79.95 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 50.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| EPITIC 25MG TAB | INR 32.68 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| ICTALAM 100MG TAB | INR 110 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| ICTALAM 25MG TAB | INR 28.87 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMBI 100MG TAB | INR 172.26 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMEPIL 100MG TAB | INR 148 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMEPIL 20MG TAB | INR 87.5 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 20.0 MG |
| LAMEPIL 25MG TAB | INR 46.75 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMEPIL MR 100MG TAB | INR 169 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMETEC 100MG TAB DT | INR 194.5 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMETEC 25 DT TAB | INR 66.5 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25 MG |
| LAMETEC 25MG TAB | INR 60.5 for 10 TBALETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25 MG |
| LAMETEC 25MG TAB DT | INR 60.5 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMETEC KID DT TAB | INR 14 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 5 MG |
| LAMETEC OD 100MG TAB | INR 180 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMETEC OD 200MG TAB | INR 300 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 200.0 MG |
| LAMEZ 100MG TAB | INR 134 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100 MG |
| LAMEZ 25MG TAB | INR 42 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25 MG |
| LAMEZ 5MG TAB | INR 20 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 5.0 MG |
| LAMEZ OD 100MG TAB | INR 211 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMEZ OD 150MG TAB | INR 261 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 150.0 MG |
| LAMEZ OD 200MG TAB | INR 363 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 200.0 MG |
| LAMEZ OD 25MG TAB | INR 56 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMIACE 100MG TAB DT | INR 154.5 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMIACE 25MG TAB DT | INR 49.87 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMICTAL 100MG TAB | INR 230 for 14 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100 MG |
| LAMICTAL 100MG TAB DT | INR 230 for 14 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMICTAL 25MG TAB | INR 80.25 for 14 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25 MG |
| LAMICTAL 25MG TAB DT | INR 80.25 for 14 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMICTAL 5 MG TAB | INR 43.2 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 5 MG |
| LAMICTAL 5MG TAB DT | INR 43.2 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 5.0 MG |
| LAMICTAL XR 100MG TAB | INR 558 for 30 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMICTAL XR 200MG TAB | INR 750 for 30 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 200.0 MG |
| LAMICTIN 100MG TAB DT | INR 106 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMICTIN 200MG TAB DT | INR 187.02 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 200.0 MG |
| LAMICTIN 25MG TAB DT | INR 71.42 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMIDUS 100MG TAB DT | INR 127.91 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMIDUS 25MG TAB DT | INR 44.64 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMITOR 100MG TAB DT | INR 182 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMITOR DT 25MG TAB | INR 65.9 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25 MG |
| LAMITOR OD 100MG TAB SR | INR 192 for 10 TABLET SR | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMITOR OD TAB 100MG | INR 158 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100 MG |
| LAMITOR OD TAB 200MG | INR 252.9 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 200 MG |
| LAMITOR-DT DT 100MG TAB | INR 197 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100 MG |
| LAMOGIN 100MG TAB DT | INR 69 for 10 TABLET DT | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMOGINE 100MG TAB | INR 110 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMOGINE 25MG TAB | INR 34 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMOKEM OD 100MG TAB | INR 168 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMORIG 100MG TAB | INR 100.96 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMORIG 25MG TAB | INR 33.65 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMOSYN 100MG TAB | INR 175 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100 MG |
| LAMOSYN 25MG TAB | INR 56 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25 MG |
| LAMOSYN 5MG TAB | INR 9 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 5.0 MG |
| LAMOSYN OD 100MG TAB | INR 129.81 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100 MG |
| LAMOTRIGINE | LAMOTRIGINE | |
| LAMRIGA 25MG TAB | INR 29.15 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 25.0 MG |
| LAMRIGA DT 100MG TAB | INR 115 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMRIGA OD 100MG TAB | INR 157.13 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LAMTEC DT 100 MG TAB | INR 157 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100 MG |
| LEMIT 100MG TAB | INR 118.5 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| LEMZ OD 100MG TAB | INR 86.66 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |
| NOMBRE OD 100MG TAB | INR 147.35 for 10 TABLETS | LAMOTRIGINE 100.0 MG |