Atcomid Tablet 100mg

About Atcomid Tablet 100mg

Atcomid Tablet Uses

• Control of partial onset seizures as add on therapy with other anti seizure medicines
• Stand alone treatment for partial onset seizures in some patients
• Management of neuropathic pain caused by nerve damage

Atcomid Tablet Benefits

• Reduces the frequency of seizures when combined with other anti seizure drugs
• Can be used as a single agent once seizures are stable
• Eases nerve pain symptoms such as burning or shooting sensations
• Allows flexible once or twice daily dosing as a tablet

What Experts Say

Lacosamide works differently from many older anti seizure medicines. It enhances the slow inactivation of voltage gated sodium channels in neurons, without affecting their fast inactivation phase. This stabilizes overexcited nerve cells and reduces the abnormal electrical activity that triggers a seizure.

Neurologists often add lacosamide to an existing anti seizure regimen when partial onset seizures continue despite treatment with another drug. Because it has a low potential for drug interactions compared to older anti seizure medicines, it is a practical choice for patients already taking multiple medicines. Some patients use it as a single agent once seizures are well controlled.

Lacosamide can slightly prolong the PR interval on an ECG, so doctors usually check heart rhythm before starting treatment in patients with existing conduction problems. The dose is increased gradually to reduce dizziness and unsteadiness. Anti seizure medicines should never be stopped suddenly, since this can trigger a rebound rise in seizure frequency.

Drug Class

• Anticonvulsant, Sodium Channel Modulator

Atcomid Tablet 100mg formula

• Lacosamide

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Atcomid Tablet 100mg?

• Take exactly as prescribed by your neurologist
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Take at the same times each day, morning and evening
• Can be taken with or without food
• Do not stop taking suddenly without medical advice

Drug Interactions

• Sodium Channel Blocking Drugs: Combining with carbamazepine or phenytoin may increase PR interval prolongation
• Beta Blockers and Calcium Channel Blockers: May add to heart rhythm effects when combined with lacosamide
• Alcohol: Increases dizziness and drowsiness
• Other CNS Depressants: Combined use raises the risk of sedation and impaired coordination

Risks and warnings

• Heart Rhythm Changes: May slightly prolong the PR interval and should be used with caution in patients with existing heart conduction problems
• Mood Changes: Anti seizure medicines carry a small increased risk of low mood or suicidal thinking, report any change to your doctor
• Dizziness: May affect coordination and alertness, avoid driving until effects are known
• Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed since seizure control during pregnancy must be balanced against fetal risk
• Sudden Discontinuation: Stopping abruptly can trigger a rebound increase in seizure frequency

Atcomid Tablet Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Double vision
• Fatigue
• Unsteady walking or poor coordination
• Tremor
• Blurred vision
• Vomiting
• Skin rash
• Irregular heartbeat
• Mood changes or suicidal thoughts
• Severe allergic reaction with facial swelling or difficulty breathing

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool dry place
• Protect from light and moisture
• Keep the tablet in its original blister pack until use
• Keep out of reach of children