Lamosyn 50 Tablet Information

Lamosyn 50 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Seizures are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Lamosyn 50 Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lamosyn 50 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lamosyn 50 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lamosyn 50 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Lamosyn 50 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lamosyn 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Lamosyn 50 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Lamosyn 50 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Lamosyn 50 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lamosyn 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Lamosyn 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lamosyn 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lamosyn 50 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

Lamosyn 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lamosyn 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Lamosyn can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lamosyn right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Lamosyn 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Lamosyn. If you see any side effects, stop taking Lamosyn immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Lamosyn again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lamosyn 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Lamosyn may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamosyn 50 Tablet on the Liver?

Lamosyn is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamosyn 50 Tablet on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Lamosyn for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lamosyn 50 Tablet with Other Drugs

Lamosyn 50 Tablet 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

Lamosyn 50 Tablet Contraindications

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

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lamosyn 50 Tablet

Is this Lamosyn 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Lamosyn 50 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lamosyn 50 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

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

Yes

Lamosyn 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lamosyn 50 Tablet

It is safe to take Lamosyn 50 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamosyn 50 Tablet

Consuming Lamosyn 50 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

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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