Lamriga Information

Lamriga is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Seizures. Other than this, Lamriga has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lamriga. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lamriga as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Lamriga are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Lamriga's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Lamriga has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lamriga related warnings section.

Lamriga is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lamriga contraindications section.

Additionally, Lamriga may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lamriga is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Lamriga Benefits & Uses
Lamriga Dosage & How to Take
Lamriga Side Effects
Lamriga Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lamriga with Other Drugs
Lamriga Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lamriga
Lamriga Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lamriga Benefits & Uses

Lamriga is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lamriga 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

Lamriga Related Warnings

Is the use of Lamriga safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Lamriga safe during breastfeeding?

Lamriga can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lamriga on the Kidneys?

Lamriga may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamriga on the Liver?

Lamriga may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamriga on the Heart?

Using Lamriga does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lamriga with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Valproic Acid

Moderate

Primidone

Codeine

Phenytoin

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Lamriga Contraindications

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

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lamriga

Is this Lamriga habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lamriga is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lamriga. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lamriga only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, this Lamriga works for mental disorders.

Yes

Lamriga Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lamriga

Taking Lamriga with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamriga

Consumption of alcohol and Lamriga together may have severe 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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