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Lacotide, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy. The alternative uses of Lacotide have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lacotide. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lacotide side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Lacotide normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lacotide is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lacotide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lacotide related warnings section.
Lacotide is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lacotide are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Lacotide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Lacotide, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lacotide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Lacotide safe for pregnant women?
Lacotide can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lacotide right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lacotide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lacotide. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lacotide on the Kidneys?
Lacotide is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lacotide on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Lacotide on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Lacotide on the Heart?
Lacotide has very mild side effects on the heart.
Lacotide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lacotide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lacotide habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Lacotide can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lacotide, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lacotide can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lacotide should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Lacotide can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lacotide
You can take Lacotide with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacotide
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lacotide as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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