Lacotab 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 characterised by abnormal electrical activity in only one hemisphere of the brain.

Lacotab 50 Tablet contains lacosamide, which treats seizures by decreasing disorganised electrical activity in the brain.

In some cases, Lacotab 50 Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, confusion, dizziness, blurred vision, mood disturbances, fatigue, and trouble walking. Consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen over time.

Do not stop taking Lacotab 50 Tablet even if your condition is controlled, as abrupt stopping may cause the recurrence of the seizures. Before taking Lacotab 50 Tablet , inform your doctor if you are using other antiepileptics, prescription or non-prescription drugs.

Lacotab 50 Tablet is used in the treatment of focal or partial seizures. The detailed uses of Lacotab 50 Tablet are as follows:

• Partial-Onset Seizures: Lacotab 50 Tablet is used in adults and children (≥4 years) to treat focal seizures, either alone or with other medications.
• Primary Generalised Tonic-Clonic Seizures: Lacotab 50 Tablet helps manage full-body seizures that cause muscle stiffening and jerking.

• Lacotab 50 Tablet can be taken with food to help reduce the risk of stomach upset.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Swallow Lacotab 50 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Lacotab 50 Tablet effectively treats focal (partial-onset) seizures in adults and children above 4 years of age.
• It inactivates sodium channels in brain cells, reducing abnormal electrical activity.
• This medicine helps stop seizure activity from spreading to other parts of the brain.
• Lacotab 50 Tablet lowers the number and severity of seizure episodes.
• By controlling seizures, it supports better focus, safety, and quality of life.
• It can be used alone or with other antiepileptic medicines for effective seizure management.

• Do not take Lacotab 50 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents.
• Inform your doctor before taking Lacotab 50 Tablet if you have or have had heart problems, kidney and liver problems, if you have low levels of sodium in your blood or if you are taking medicines that could lower the sodium levels in your blood, or if you are using hormonal contraceptives.
• Do not stop taking Lacotab 50 Tablet without consulting your doctor to avoid precipitating seizures.
• Avoid intake of Lacotab 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor.
• Nursing mothers should consult the doctor before using the Lacotab 50 Tablet as it may pass into the breast milk and affect the baby.
• Lacotab 50 Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert.
• This medicine should not be given to children unless prescribed.
• Avoid consuming alcohol with Lacotab 50 Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness.
• Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies.
• Inform your doctor if you use other antiepileptics, prescription or non-prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or herbal products.