Description: Vimpat 50 mg tablets are prescribed for the treatment of epilepsy in adults and adolescents. The active ingredient in Vimpat is lacosamide, which works by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain, thereby reducing the occurrence of seizures.
Ingredients:
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Active Ingredient: Lacosamide 50 mg
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Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, maize starch, talc, colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, macrogol, titanium dioxide (E171).
Usage Instructions:
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Dosage:
- Adults and adolescents (over 16 years): The usual starting dose is 50 mg twice daily. Dosage may be increased based on response and tolerability, up to a maximum of 400 mg per day.
- Dosage adjustments may be necessary for patients with renal impairment.
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Frequency: Take the tablets orally with water, with or without food, as directed by your healthcare provider.
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Special Considerations: Swallow the tablets whole; do not crush or chew.
Benefits:
- Effective in reducing the frequency of seizures associated with epilepsy
- Provides additional treatment option for patients who have not responded to other antiepileptic medications
- Generally well-tolerated with a favorable safety profile
Precautions:
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Contraindications: Not suitable for individuals with known hypersensitivity to lacosamide or any other ingredients in the tablets.
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Side Effects: Common side effects may include dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. Contact your healthcare provider if severe side effects occur.
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Warnings: Monitor for psychiatric symptoms, changes in behavior, and allergic reactions. Inform your doctor of any medical conditions or medications you are currently taking.
Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature (15-30°C / 59-86°F).
- Protect from light and moisture.
- Keep out of reach of children.
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