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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 9:31 AM IST

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, it also treats bipolar disorder. It contains Lamotrigine, which reduces the electrical impulses and firing of the nerve impulses that cause fits. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, fatigue, abdominal pain, and infection. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

LAMOTRIGINE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Crescent Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET also treats bipolar disorder. Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures, sometimes leading to an unconscious state. Bipolar disorder is a severe brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behavioural changes.

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET contains 'Lamotrigine' that reduces the electrical impulses and subsequent firing of the nerve impulses that cause fits. Thus, LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby controlling seizures.

You are advised to take LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as skin rash, headache, nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), sleepiness, dizziness, back pain, fatigue, abdominal pain, blurred vision, double vision, impaired coordination, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), infection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Please do not stop taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening of seizures. Do not take LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor, as it could lead to serious congenital disabilities. If you are of childbearing age, use effective contraception while taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET . Consult your doctor before taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET if you are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if your child gets her first period whilst on treatment with LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET . Do not drive or operate machinery as LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET causes drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.

Uses of LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET is used in the treatment of Epilepsy (fits) and Bipolar Disorder.

Medicinal Benefits

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorders. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET contains Lamotrigine, which reduces the electrical impulses and subsequent firing of the nerve impulses that cause fits. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby helping in controlling seizures. It also suppresses the release of excitatory amino acid glutamate (a chemical messenger that acts as a nerve-exciting agent) in the brain, thereby preventing episodes of fits by stabilizing nerve cell's electrical activity in the brain. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET is widely used in pediatric epilepsy because of its acceptable safety profile. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET is not associated with any psychological or physical dependence, and there is no potential for abuse.

Side Effects of LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET

  • Skin rash
  • Headache
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Aggression or irritability
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Sleepiness
  • Shaking or tremors
  • Dizziness
  • Back pain
  • Fatigue
  • Abdominal pain
  • Blurred vision
  • Double vision
  • Impaired coordination
  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
  • Infection
  • Pain in your back or joints or elsewhere

Directions for Use

Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Using this medicine during pregnancy may cause harm to the unborn baby and also affect cognitive ability (reasoning, intelligence, problem-solving) later in your child's life. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET should be used with caution in children. If you have depression, liver, kidney, or pancreas problems, urea cycle disorders, inflammation of the tissue that covers the brain and spinal cord, porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment) or thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets), inform your doctor before taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET . Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies or mood swings. Do not stop using LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET without your doctor's advice. Stopping suddenly may cause a serious, life-threatening type of seizure. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET may cause a severe or life-threatening skin rash, especially in children and in people who take a very high starting dose or those who also take valproic acid. If you have a skin rash, hives, blistering, peeling, or sores in your mouth or around your eyes, please inform your doctor immediately. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness.

Therapeutic Class

ANTICONVULSANT

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LamotrigineDofetilide
Critical
LamotrigineBuprenorphine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A ketogenic diet (low in carbohydrates and high in fats) is recommended for children with epilepsy. This diet helps the body utilize fat instead of glucose for energy generation.
  • The Atkins diet (high fat and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Exercise, meditation, and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity, and improve coping skills.
  • Prepare your living area; small changes may reduce the risk of physical injury during a seizure.
  • Install an alarm or emergency device to get assistance during a seizure attack.

Habit Forming

No

How LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET Works

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET contains 'Lamotrigine' that reduces the electrical impulses and subsequent firing of the nerve impulses that cause fits. Thus, LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby controlling seizures.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET . Alcohol intake, along with LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET , may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET is a pregnancy category C drug. Animal studies showed that LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET affects the fetus in pregnancy, but there is limited data in humans. Using antipsychotic drugs during the third trimester of pregnancy can cause muscle problems in newborns. Please consult your doctor before taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Unsafe

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive if you are not mentally alert or experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will adjust the dose.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SCO-58, 59, Sector-17D Chandigarh-160017
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FAQs

LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET is used in the treatment of Epilepsy (fits) and Bipolar disorder. It contains Lamotrigine, which reduces the electrical impulses and subsequent firing of the nerve impulses that cause fits. LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET decreases the brain's excessive and abnormal nerve activity, thereby helping control seizures.
Do not discontinue LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET . Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually to avoid worsening seizures.
LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Maintain a healthy weight by following a healthy diet and exercising regularly.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent mouth drying.
LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET helps to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA; this helps in blocking the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.
LAMOCENT OD 100MG SR TABLET decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. It balances the brain's chemical messenger and prevents overactivity of the brain, thereby controlling seizure episodes.

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