Lamotrigine



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  • Contains / Salt: Lamotrigine


Lamotrigine Information



Lamotrigine Benefits & Uses

Lamotrigine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lamotrigine Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially, 50 mg PO daily is given for 2 weeks, dose may increase up to 500 mg/day
Geriatric
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially, 50 mg PO daily is given for 2 weeks, dose may increase up to 500 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initially, 25 mg PO daily is given for 2 weeks, dose may increase up to 150 mg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Epilepsy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage range: 0.15 - 0.6 mg/kg

Lamotrigine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lamotrigine safe for pregnant women?


    Lamotrigine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lamotrigine again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Lamotrigine safe during breastfeeding?


    Lamotrigine may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lamotrigine, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lamotrigine.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Lamotrigine on the Kidneys?


    Lamotrigine rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lamotrigine on the Liver?


    Lamotrigine is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lamotrigine on the Heart?


    Lamotrigine is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Lamotrigine with Other Drugs

Lamotrigine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Lamotrigine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lamotrigine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Lamotrigine

  • Is this Lamotrigine habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Lamotrigine has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lamotrigine as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Lamotrigine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, taking Lamotrigine can treat mental disorders.

    Yes

Lamotrigine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lamotrigine


    Taking Lamotrigine with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lamotrigine


    Consumption of alcohol and Lamotrigine together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 742- 744

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 419

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lamictal (lamotrigine)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lamitan (lamotrigine)



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