Lamotrigine 100mg

Lamotrigine 100mg — Uses and Benefits

Lamotrigine 100mg is mainly prescribed to treat epilepsy and to help prevent mood swings in bipolar disorder.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Controlling partial and generalised seizures in epilepsy
• Used alone or with other anti-epileptic medicines
• Long-term prevention of depressive episodes in bipolar disorder

HOW IT WORKS

• It stabilises overactive nerve cells in the brain by blocking certain sodium channels
• This reduces the abnormal electrical signals that cause seizures
• It also helps balance mood-regulating brain chemicals in bipolar disorder

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a painkiller and not used for ordinary headaches
• Not used for acute manic episodes as a first choice
• Not a substitute for other doctor-advised bipolar treatments
• Not to be used for sudden anxiety or short-term stress

How to Use Lamotrigine 100mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water, with or without food
• Do not chew or crush unless your doctor says it is fine
• Do not stop suddenly, as this can trigger seizures — dose must be reduced gradually
• Doses are usually started low and increased slowly, so follow your doctor's schedule carefully

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one
• If you miss doses for several days in a row, contact your doctor before restarting

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Lamotrigine 100mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness or tiredness
• Dry mouth

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Blurred or double vision
• Difficulty sleeping
• Irritability or mood changes
• Mild skin rash
• Joint or back pain

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe skin rash, blistering, or peeling skin (may indicate Stevens-Johnson syndrome)
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, or trouble breathing
• High fever with rash and swollen glands
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine (signs of liver problems)
• Unusual bruising or bleeding
• Thoughts of self-harm or worsening depression

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Lamotrigine 100mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to lamotrigine or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have had a serious skin reaction to lamotrigine before

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have liver or kidney disease
• Have a history of depression, mood disorders, or suicidal thoughts
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have heart problems, especially conduction disorders
• Have had meningitis or unexplained rash with previous medicines

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Sodium valproate (increases lamotrigine levels, needs dose adjustment)
• Other anti-epileptic medicines like carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital
• Hormonal contraceptives (may affect lamotrigine levels and vice versa)
• Oxcarbazepine and other mood-stabilising medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop taking this medicine once I feel better?

No, stopping suddenly can cause seizures to return; your doctor will guide a gradual dose reduction if needed.

Will this medicine make me drowsy?

It can cause dizziness or sleepiness in some people, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

Is a skin rash always serious with this medicine?

• Any new rash should be reported to your doctor immediately, as rarely it can indicate a serious reaction, especially in the first few months of treatment.
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