Lamitor Dt 5mg Tablet

Lamitor Dt Tablet is an anticonvulsant medicine that helps in treating various medical conditions. The active ingredient is lamotrigine and based on age and clinical condition treatment may vary in the patients with this medicine by decreasing the abnormal impulses from the nerves in the brain.

Dosage

Overdose

• An overdose of this medicine can lead to serious adverse effects and it should be immediately reported to your treating doctor or nearby hospital. Always carry the package of the Tablet along with you for easy assessment of the severity of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss a dose of this medicine and take the missed dose as soon as possible. Never take two doses to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

This medicine works by decreasing the impulses from the nerves in the brain that cause seizures.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Take it regularly at the same time.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Lamitor Dt Tablet during pregnancy?

The use of this medicine may or may not be safe in pregnant women. If pregnancy detected while taking this medicine inform your doctor immediately. Do not stop taking your medicine until your doctor tells you to.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Lamitor Dt Tablet while breastfeeding?

This medicine is not recommended to use in breast-feeding women as it was shown to pass in the milk production any may or may not show the side effects but close monitoring of the child may be necessary. Discuss your medical condition with your doctor before using this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Lamitor Dt Tablet?

It may make you feel sleepy or dizzy or may cause blurred vision, double vision, lack of muscle coordination or a depressed level of consciousness, especially when starting treatment or increasing the dose. Do not drive when taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Lamitor Dt Tablet?

Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine as you will feel exhausted.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• If the patient with acute depressive or maniac episodes this medicine is not recommended to use.
• If you have observed any unusual signs like rashes
• If you have any behavioural changes or mood changes.
• If you have known history of kidney problems

Contraindications

If you are allergic to this medicine or any other active ingredients present along with it.

Side effects

• Fever
• sneezing
• sore throat
• Dizziness
• Vision disturbances

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of this medicine with antiepileptic medicines like phenytoin, phenobarbital etc may increase or decrease the blood levels and result in serious adverse effects.
• Concomitant use of hormonal contraceptives
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take helps to avoid any possible interaction.

Storage and disposal

Store in a dry place, protected from light. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Lamitor Dt Tablet be crushed?

Crushing this medicine is not recommended while taking this Tablet.

How does Lamitor Dt Tablet work?

• This medicine works by reducing the impulses from the nerves in the brain that cause seizures.