Lacopsy 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lacopsy 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Epilepsy

Lacopsy 100 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

Lacopsy 100 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lacopsy 100 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Euphoria
Nystagmus (Involuntary Eye Movement)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Double Vision
Vertigo
Tremor
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Drowsiness

Lacopsy 100 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lacopsy 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lacopsy . It is best to stop taking Lacopsy immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Lacopsy 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lacopsy . It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lacopsy 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Lacopsy is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lacopsy 100 Tablet on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Lacopsy 100 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Lacopsy on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lacopsy 100 Tablet with Other Drugs

Lacopsy 100 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

Lacopsy 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lacopsy 100 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 Lacopsy 100 Tablet

Is this Lacopsy 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Lacopsy 100 Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lacopsy 100 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lacopsy 100 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, taking Lacopsy 100 Tablet can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Lacopsy 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lacopsy 100 Tablet

Taking Lacopsy 100 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacopsy 100 Tablet

Taking Lacopsy 100 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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 421

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