Lamotrigine

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What it is used for

Lamotrigine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for: Epilepsy-adjunctive therapy in patients aged 2 years and older: partial-onset seizures. primary generalized tonic-clonic (PGTC) seizures. generalized seizures of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.

How it works

The precise mechanism(s) by which lamotrigine exerts its anticonvulsant action are unknown.

Common side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are described in more detail in the Warnings and Precautions section of the labeling: Serious Skin Rashes Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis Multiorgan Hypersensitivity Reactions and Organ Failure Cardiac Rhythm and Conduction Abnormalities Blood Dyscrasias Suicidal Behavior and Ideation Aseptic Meningitis...

Do not use if (contraindications)

Lamotrigine is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity (e.g., rash, angioedema, acute urticaria, extensive pruritus, mucosal ulceration) to the drug or its ingredients. Hypersensitivity to the drug or its ingredients. ( Boxed Warning, 4 )

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Pregnancy (label summary): Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to AEDs, including lamotrigine, during pregnancy.

सामान्य प्रश्न

What is Lamotrigine used for?
Lamotrigine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for: Epilepsy-adjunctive therapy in patients aged 2 years and older: partial-onset seizures. primary generalized tonic-clonic (PGTC) seizures. generalized seizures of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.

How does Lamotrigine work?
The precise mechanism(s) by which lamotrigine exerts its anticonvulsant action are unknown.

What are the side effects of Lamotrigine?
The following serious adverse reactions are described in more detail in the Warnings and Precautions section of the labeling: Serious Skin Rashes Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis Multiorgan Hypersensitivity Reactions and Organ Failure Cardiac Rhythm and Conduction Abnormalities Blood Dyscrasias Suicidal Behavior and...

Who should not take Lamotrigine?
Lamotrigine is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity (e.g., rash, angioedema, acute urticaria, extensive pruritus, mucosal ulceration) to the drug or its ingredients. Hypersensitivity to the drug or its ingredients. ( Boxed Warning, 4 )

Does Lamotrigine have a boxed warning?
SERIOUS SKIN RASHES Lamotrigine can cause serious rashes requiring hospitalization and discontinuation of treatment. The incidence of these rashes, which have included Stevens-Johnson syndrome, is approximately 0.3% to 0.8% in pediatric patients (aged 2 to 17 years) and 0.08% to 0.3% in adults receiving lamotrigine.

Can I take Lamotrigine in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy (label summary): Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to AEDs, including lamotrigine, during pregnancy.

What is the dose of Lamotrigine?
Not provided here. Ask a doctor or pharmacist.

Lamotrigine क्या है?
Lamotrigine is used for: Lamotrigine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for: Epilepsy-adjunctive therapy in patients aged 2 years and older: partial-onset seizures. primary generalized tonic-clonic (PGTC) seizures. generalized seizures of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. It belongs to the class: Anti-epileptic Agen…