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Introduction to Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
- It contains Lamotrigine, an anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder.
- It helps to control seizures and stabilize mood.
Safety Advice for Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
Limit alcohol consumption as it can increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness.
Use with caution if you have liver disease. Regular liver function tests may be required.
Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests may be required.
Consult your doctor before using this medication during pregnancy.
Consult your doctor before using this medication while breastfeeding.
Avoid driving if you experience dizziness, and fatigue.
How Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet works
Lamotrigine: Stabilizes electrical activity in the brain by inhibiting voltage-sensitive sodium channels, which reduces the release of excitatory neurotransmitters. This helps to prevent and control seizures and stabilize mood in bipolar disorder.
How To Use Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
- Dosage: Follow the dosage prescribed by your healthcare provider, which can vary based on the condition being treated and individual response.
- Administration: Dissolve the tablet in a small amount of water before swallowing, or you can swallow it whole with water.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Do not start or stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare provider.
Special Precautions About Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
- Inform your doctor if you have any known allergies to Lamotrigine or other medications.
- Discuss with your doctor if you have any underlying health conditions, particularly liver or kidney disease.
Benefits Of Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
- Controls seizures in epilepsy patients.
- Stabilizes mood and prevents depressive episodes in bipolar disorder.
- Improves quality of life by managing symptoms of epilepsy and bipolar disorder.
Side Effects Of Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Dry mouth
- Insomnia
- Blurred vision
- Skin rash
Similar Medicine Of Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
What If I Missed A Dose Of Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Health And Lifestyle
Drug Interaction
- Anticonvulsants: Phenytoin, carbamazepine, valproate
- Hormonal Contraceptives
- Antidepressants: Such as sertraline, fluoxetine
- Antipsychotics: Such as quetiapine, risperidone
Drug Food Interaction
Disease Explanation
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).
FAQ's on Lamitor DT 5mg Tablet
I have symptoms of depression. Can I take Lamitor?
Yes, you can take Lamitor if you have depression symptoms. In fact, Lamitor is used in preventing depression. But, do not self medicate. Do not start or stop taking Lamitor on your own, unless otherwise advised by the doctor.
Can Lamitor affect pregnancy?
Studies on the human population do not show any effects of Lamitor on pregnant women or her fetus. However, it is advisable that you inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or are planning to get pregnant while taking Lamitor. In case therapy with Lamitor is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.
What can be the consequences of taking a higher than the recommended dose of Lamitor?
You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of Lamitor may cause problems with your balance, changes in heartbeat rhythm, loss of consciousness, fits (convulsions) or coma. Even if there are no signs of discomfort, seek immediate medical attention of a doctor or nearby hospital.
I started Lamitor and developed a rash. The doctor stopped Lamitor immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?
There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting Lamitor and were hospitalized. Sometimes these rashes turn into severe skin infections and may endanger the patient’s life. Therefore, it is advised that if a patient develops rashes after starting Lamitor, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of Lamitor is stopped even if the rashes are mild and non-serious. It is because of this that your doctor changed the medicine.
How to take Lamitor?
Lamitor can be taken with or without food. Continue taking Lamitor in the dose and duration advised by the doctor to get maximum benefits of Lamitor.
How long does it take Lamitor to work?
Though it varies from person to person, your symptoms may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.
Can I take Lamitor with other antiepileptic medicines?
It is important that you inform your doctor if you are already on any other antiepileptic medicines. The reason being, taking Lamitor with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of Lamitor may need adjustment if taken with antiepileptic medicines such as oxcarbazepine, felbamate, gabapentin, levetiracetam, pregabalin, topiramate or zonisamide.
Written By
Pranav ayush
MBA in Pharmaceutical
Content Updated on
Tuesday, 30 July, 2024
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