Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's

Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of anticonvulsants, which is primarily used to treat focal (partial) seizures in adults and children four years of age or older. Focal or partial-onset seizures are characterized by abnormal electrical activity in only one brain hemisphere.

Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's contains lacosamide, which treats seizures by decreasing disorganized electrical activity in the brain.

In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects of Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's: nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, confusion, dizziness, uncontrolled movements of the eye, blurred vision, double vision (diplopia), mood disturbances, itching, tremors, fatigue, and trouble walking. Consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen over time. Some people may also experience suicidal thoughts. Seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

Do not stop taking Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's even if your condition is controlled, as abrupt stopping may cause the recurrence of the seizures. Before taking Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you are allergic to lacosamide or other ingredients, if you are using other antiepileptics, prescription or non-prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or herbal products or if you are diagnosed with depression, severe renal impairment, arrhythmias (atrioventricular block, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter), severe heart failure, or a heart attack.

Treatment of Focal or partial seizures.

• Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's can be taken with food to help reduce the risk of stomach upset.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Swallow Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's is an antiepileptic drug, also called anticonvulsant. It treats focal seizures in adults and children above four years of age.  Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's inactivates the sodium channels across the neuron membranes. This inactivation decreases neuron signals, thereby decreasing the electrical disturbance or abnormal activity in the brain.

Inform your doctor if you use other antiepileptics, prescription or non-prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Do not take Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's if you have or had heart problems, kidney and liver problems, if you have low levels of sodium in blood or if you are taking medicines that could lower the sodium levels in the blood, or if you are using hormonal contraceptives. Do not stop taking Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor to avoid precipitating seizures. Avoid intake of Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Nursing mothers should consult the doctor before using the Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's as it may pass into the breast milk and affect the baby. Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's should not be given to children unless prescribed. Avoid consuming alcohol with Lacoward-50 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.