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Composition :

LACOSAMIDE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTICONVULSANT

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Behind Rajpath Club, Kensville Road, Opp. Infostretch Building, Off S.G. Highway, Ahmedabad- 380059, Gujarat- India
Other Info - JOS0016

FAQs

Joseiz-50 Tablet contains lacosamide, which treats seizures by decreasing disorganized electrical activity in the brain.

Joseiz-50 Tablet can cause memory loss and cognitive impairment in some cases. Consult a doctor right away if the condition worsens.

Joseiz-50 Tablet may not cause any weight gain. However, consult your doctor if you notice any abnormal signs while using Joseiz-50 Tablet .

Joseiz-50 Tablet 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.

Joseiz-50 Tablet may usually one week or longer to work depending on your condition.

Joseiz-50 Tablet 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.

Joseiz-50 Tablet can be given as monotherapy or in combination with other antiepileptic drugs. However, you are recommended not to take any other medications with the Joseiz-50 Tablet on your own without a doctor's recommendation.

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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

Joseiz-50 Tablet 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 Joseiz-50 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Joseiz-50 Tablet 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 Joseiz-50 Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Consuming alcohol along with Joseiz-50 Tablet is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects.

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Liver

Caution

Tell your doctor before receiving the Joseiz-50 Tablet 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 Joseiz-50 Tablet 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.

About Joseiz-50 Tablet

Joseiz-50 Tablet 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.

Joseiz-50 Tablet contains lacosamide, which treats seizures by decreasing disorganized electrical activity in the brain.

It is given as monotherapy or in combination with other antiepileptic drugs. Joseiz-50 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration your doctor advises. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects of Joseiz-50 Tablet : 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.

Don’t stop taking Joseiz-50 Tablet even if your condition is controlled, as abrupt stopping may cause the recurrence of the seizures. Before taking Joseiz-50 Tablet , inform your doctor if you are allergic to lacosamide or other ingredients. Inform your doctor if using other antiepileptics, prescription or non-prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Inform your doctor 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 Joseiz-50 Tablet

Focal or partial seizures

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Medicinal Benefits

Joseiz-50 Tablet is an antiepileptic drug, also called anticonvulsants. It treats focal seizures in adults and children above four years of age. Seizures occur due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Joseiz-50 Tablet can inactivate 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.

Side Effects of Joseiz-50 Tablet

  • 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 Joseiz-50 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Joseiz-50 Tablet 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 Joseiz-50 Tablet without consulting your doctor to avoid precipitating seizures. Avoid intake of Joseiz-50 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Nursing mothers should consult the doctor before using the Joseiz-50 Tablet as it may pass into the breast milk and affect the baby. Joseiz-50 Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Joseiz-50 Tablet should not be given to children unless prescribed. Avoid consuming alcohol with Joseiz-50 Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LacosamideSodium oxybate
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
When Buprenorphine is used with Joseiz-50 Tablet, it may lead to side effects such as respiratory difficulties, and unconsciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although the combination of Buprenorphine with Joseiz-50 Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not exceed the doses, frequency, or duration of usage advised by a doctor. You are advised to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LacosamideSodium oxybate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Joseiz-50 Tablet with Sodium oxybate can increase side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joseiz-50 Tablet and Sodium oxybate together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, low blood pressure, slow or shallow breathing, and impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LacosamideEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
When used with Joseiz-50 Tablet, Esketamine may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joseiz-50 Tablet and Esketamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LacosamideDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Joseiz-50 Tablet and Dolasetron can increase the risk of serious irregularities in heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joseiz-50 Tablet and Dolasetron together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, or an irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LacosamideSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Joseiz-50 Tablet along with Saquinavir can raise the chance of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joseiz-50 Tablet and Saquinavir together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden lightheadedness, fainting, a slow heartbeat, or dizziness, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LacosamideIdelalisib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
When Joseiz-50 Tablet is taken along with Idelalisib, it might enhance the amount or action of Joseiz-50 Tablet, which may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joseiz-50 Tablet and Idelalisib together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
When Ketamine and Joseiz-50 Tablet are combined, may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joseiz-50 Tablet and Ketamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, breathing difficulty, impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joseiz-50 Tablet:
Taking Ceritinib together with Joseiz-50 Tablet can slow your heart rate and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joseiz-50 Tablet and Ceritinib together can result in an interaction, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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

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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.

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