Lamictal 5 Tablet DT Information

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Seizures. Other than this, Lamictal 5 Tablet DT has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Lamictal 5 Tablet DT has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lamictal 5 Tablet DT has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lamictal 5 Tablet DT related warnings section.

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Lamictal 5 Tablet DT have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Lamictal 5 Tablet DT, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Lamictal Benefits & Uses
Lamictal Dosage & How to Take
Lamictal Side Effects
Lamictal Related Warnings
Lamictal Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lamictal
Lamictal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT Benefits & Uses

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT 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

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT Related Warnings

Is the use of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lamictal. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT on the Kidneys?

Lamictal may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Lamictal 5 Tablet DT on the Heart?

Lamictal is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lamictal 5 Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lamictal 5 Tablet DT

Is this Lamictal 5 Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lamictal 5 Tablet DT.

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

After taking Lamictal 5 Tablet DT, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lamictal 5 Tablet DT can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT 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, Lamictal 5 Tablet DT is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Lamictal 5 Tablet DT Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lamictal 5 Tablet DT

Taking Lamictal 5 Tablet DT with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamictal 5 Tablet DT

Taking alcohol with Lamictal 5 Tablet DT can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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