Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD
Manufacturer
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Lamotrigine (12.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD is an anti-epileptic medication used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It works by blocking abnormal brain signals and preventing extreme mood swings.
Dosage Form
Tablet MD
Introduction
Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the maximum benefit. Do not stop taking it even if you feel fine unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures or your bipolar disorder may get worse.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Skin rashes Headache Nausea Vomiting Difficulty sleeping Dizziness
Alcohol Warning
Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Monitor the baby for rash, sleepiness or poor sucking. Also, get the platelet count and liver function test done periodically.
Pregnancy Warning
Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Alprazolam Carbamazepine Chlordiazepoxide Clobazam
How it works
Lamitor 12.5mg Tablet MD is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Quick Tips
Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor Make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you Practice yoga every day Get enough sleep at nighttime Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop Take your medication on time
