Lacoset 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.

Lacoset 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. Lacoset 50 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration your doctor advises. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects of Lacoset 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 Lacoset 50 Tablet even if your condition is controlled, as abrupt stopping may cause the recurrence of the seizures. Before taking Lacoset 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.

Lacoset 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. Lacoset 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.

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