Lacosamide Medical Valley
Lacosamide Medical Valley contains lacosamide, which is used to treat epilepsy and helps reduce epileptic seizures.
Form
siirappi
Strength
10 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Lacosamide
Manufacturer
Medical Valley Invest AB
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will tell you how much to take based on your weight; treatment usually starts with a small dose, which is slowly increased over several weeks.
Method
Take the syrup twice a day, about 12 hours apart, either with or without food; shake the bottle well before use.
Important
The maximum daily dose for adults is usually 60 ml (600 mg), but your doctor will determine your exact maximum dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Dizziness
- •Nausea or vomiting
- •Double vision
- •Balance problems, falling
- •Drowsiness, fatigue
- •Itching, rash
RARE
- •Heart rhythm problems (e.g., slow or irregular heartbeat)
- •Suicidal thoughts or harming yourself
- •Severe allergic reactions (e.g., swelling of face or throat, severe rash)
- •Loss of consciousness (fainting)
- •Unusual, uncontrolled movements (dyskinesia)
- •Convulsions
Important Warnings
- Do not take if you are allergic to this medicine or any of its ingredients.
- Do not take if you have a specific severe heart rhythm problem (AV block).
- Tell your doctor right away if you have thoughts of harming yourself or suicide.
- Talk to your doctor if you have heart problems or unusual heartbeats.
- Be careful if you often feel dizzy or fall, as this medicine can increase your risk of falling.
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- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- This medicine is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- Do not drive or use machines until you know how this medicine affects you, as it can cause dizziness or blurred vision.
- Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without your doctor's advice, as it can make your seizures worse.