Laconext 150 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Laconext 150 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Epilepsy

Laconext 150 Tablet 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: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initial dose: 100 mg, 2 times a day
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initial dose: 100 mg, 2 times a day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initial dose: 100 mg, 2 times a day, weight more than 50 kg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 4 to 12 years and weighing 50 kg or more

Laconext 150 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Laconext 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Laconext can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Laconext, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Laconext 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Laconext may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Laconext should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Laconext 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Laconext does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Laconext 150 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Laconext on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Laconext 150 Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Laconext rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Laconext 150 Tablet with Other Drugs

Laconext 150 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Moderate

Amlodipine

Alprazolam

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Atenolol

Laconext 150 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Laconext 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Kidney Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Depression
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Suicidal Tendency
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Laconext 150 Tablet

Is this Laconext 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Laconext 150 Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Laconext 150 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Laconext 150 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, this Laconext 150 Tablet works for mental disorders.

Yes

Laconext 150 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Laconext 150 Tablet

Taking Laconext 150 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Laconext 150 Tablet

Taking Laconext 150 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 737-738

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