Lemit 50 Mg Tablet Information

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Seizures. Lemit 50 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet 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.

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Lemit 50 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet 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 Lemit 50 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lemit 50 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lemit 50 Mg 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: 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

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Lemit has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Lemit is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lemit 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Lemit is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lemit 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lemit 50 Mg Tablet

Is this Lemit 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Lemit 50 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lemit 50 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lemit 50 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Lemit 50 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lemit 50 Mg Tablet

Taking Lemit 50 Mg Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lemit 50 Mg Tablet

Taking Lemit 50 Mg 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
5 Years of Experience

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