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Coslo 200 Tablet 10's

Coslo 200 Tablet 10's

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Composition

LACOSAMIDE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Eris Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-26

for this medicine

About Coslo 200 Tablet 10's

Coslo 200 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.

Coslo 200 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 Coslo 200 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 Coslo 200 Tablet 10's even if your condition is controlled, as abrupt stopping may cause the recurrence of the seizures. Before taking Coslo 200 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.

Uses of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's

Treatment of Focal or partial seizures.

Medicinal Benefits

Coslo 200 Tablet 10's is an antiepileptic drug, also called anticonvulsant. It treats focal seizures in adults and children above four years of age.  Coslo 200 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.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Blurred vision
  • Uncontrollable eye movements
  • Impaired coordination
  • Uncontrollable movements
  • Balance problems
  • Pruritus (itching)
  • Tremors
  • Difficulty walking
  • Weakness

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you use other antiepileptics, prescription or non-prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Do not take Coslo 200 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Coslo 200 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 Coslo 200 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor to avoid precipitating seizures. Avoid intake of Coslo 200 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 Coslo 200 Tablet 10's as it may pass into the breast milk and affect the baby. Coslo 200 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Coslo 200 Tablet 10's should not be given to children unless prescribed. Avoid consuming alcohol with Coslo 200 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Coslo 200 Tablet 10's may interact with HIV medications (e.g. atazanavir, saquinavir), opioid medications (e.g. buprenorphine), anticancer medications (e.g. ceritinib), medicines used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy (e.g. dolasetron), anaesthetic medications (e.g. ketamine), used to treat multiple sclerosis (e.g. ponesimod, siponimod), medicines used to treat episodes of muscle weakness (e.g. sodium oxybate).

Drug-Food interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Coslo 200 Tablet 10's as it might cause increased dizziness and sleepiness.

Drug-Disease interactions: Coslo 200 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with depression, renal or hepatic impairment and heart conditions.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ATAZANAVIR
  • SAQUINAVIR
  • BUPRENORPHINE
  • CERITINIB
  • DOLASETRON
  • KETAMINE
  • PONESIMOD
  • SIPONIMOD
  • SODIUM OXYBATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A ketogenic diet (low in carbohydrates and high in fats) is recommended for children with epilepsy. This diet helps utilise fat instead of glucose for energy generation.
  • Atkins diet (high fat and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.
  • Exercising regularly helps in maintaining weight and improving overall health. 
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity and improves coping skills.
  • Have a seizure response plan, and help those around you know what to do.
  • Prepare your living area; small changes may help reduce the risk of physical injury during a seizure.
  • Understand what triggers seizures are and try reducing or avoiding them.
  • Please pay attention to overall health, as it can help reduce seizure activity.
  • Install an alarm or emergency device to get assistance during a seizure attack.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Focal or partial-onset seizures are characterized by abnormal electrical activity in only one hemisphere of the brain. Common symptoms of focal seizures are involuntary muscle contractions, followed by relaxation on one side of the body, uncontrolled head or eye movements, a feeling of déjà vu, rapid heart rate, and a tingling sensation on the skin. The symptoms vary in each patient depending on the part of the brain affected.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is used with caution in children above 4 years only when prescribed by a child specialist. It is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Coslo 200 Tablet 10's should not be used when pregnancy unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Coslo 200 Tablet 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Coslo 200 Tablet 10's should not be used in nursing mothers unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Coslo 200 Tablet 10's.

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Driving

Unsafe

Consuming alcohol along with Coslo 200 Tablet 10's is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects.

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Liver

Caution

Tell your doctor before receiving the Coslo 200 Tablet 10's if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your current kidney conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Tell your doctor before receiving the Coslo 200 Tablet 10's if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Caution

It is used with caution in children above 4 years only when prescribed by a child specialist. It is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age. The dose of this medicine will be decided by the doctor based on the age and body weight of your child.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

8Th Floor, Commerce House Iv, Prahladnagar, Ahmedabad 380015 Gujarat, India.
Other Info - COS0302

FAQs

Coslo 200 Tablet 10's is used to treat focal (partial) seizures in adults and children four years of age or older.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's contains lacosamide, which treats seizures by decreasing disorganized electrical activity in the brain.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's can cause memory loss and cognitive impairment in some cases. Consult a doctor right away if the condition worsens.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's may not cause any weight gain. However, consult your doctor if you notice any abnormal signs while using Coslo 200 Tablet 10's.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's is typically recommended for long-term use. Keep taking the medication as advised by your doctor. However, if you have any unsettling side effects, speak to your doctor.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's may usually one week or longer to work depending on your condition.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's should also be taken with caution in patients who are taking drugs that influence cardiac conduction, such as sodium channel blockers, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, potassium channel blockers, and medications that lengthen the PR interval.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's can be given as monotherapy or in combination with other antiepileptic drugs. However, you are recommended not to take any other medications with the Coslo 200 Tablet 10's on your own without a doctor's recommendation.
The side effects of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's include headache, double or blurred vision, nausea, dizziness, vertigo (spinning sensation), tremor, uncontrollable eye movements, tingling or muscle spasms. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, do not stop taking Coslo 200 Tablet 10's even if you feel better. Discontinuing suddenly may worsen your condition and lead to uncontrollable seizures. Therefore, use Coslo 200 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Coslo 200 Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.
Do not drive or use any tools or machines until you know how Coslo 200 Tablet 10's affects you as it may cause dizziness or blurred vision.
If you missed a dose of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's, take it within first 6 hours of the scheduled dose. However, if you have forgotten a dose for more than the first 6 hours of the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten one as this may increase the risk of side effects.
No, Coslo 200 Tablet 10's is not a habit-forming medicine.
There have been no reports of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's affecting fertility in either males or females. However, if you have any concerns, please consult a doctor.
Coslo 200 Tablet 10's is usually not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, seek doctor’s advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Excess of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's may cause nausea, dizziness, vomiting, seizures, and even coma. If somebody takes excess of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's, seek medical help immediately.
Caution is advised if you are taking Coslo 200 Tablet 10's while on Ritonavir therapy. It is recommended that you inform your doctor before starting Coslo 200 Tablet 10's. This is because if you are taking Ritonavir for kidney or liver problems then the dose of Coslo 200 Tablet 10's needs to be adjusted or reduced.

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