LAMICTAL

Drug title

Lamiсtal (Lamotrigine)

Usage indications

Lamiсtal is used for the treatment of some attacks type in combination with other anti epileptic drugs. It is also used for the treatment of partial epileptic attacks of patients having 16 years and older.

Application mode

Initial Lamiсtal dose for patients not taking valproic acid (Depakote) makes 50 mg a day during two weeks, and then 100 mg a day for two intakes within two weeks. Afterwards usual supporting dose makes from 300 up to 500 mg a day for two intakes. For patients taking valproic acid initial Lamiсtal dose makes 25 mg once in two days within two weeks, then 25mg once a day within two weeks. Then the dose is gradually increased up to 25-50 mg a day each one- two weeks until the dosage reaches the amount of 100-150 mg a day. Lamictal standard dosage  is taken twice a day.

Drug class and mechanism of action

Lamictal is for oral intake for spasms treatment. It is not chemically connected with other anti spasmatic drugs. Drug exact mechanism of action is not known.

Missed doses

If you miss drug dosage during its regular intake take missed doze as soon as possible. If it has happened during   the time for next doze intake avoid missed doze and follow usual schedule  Double dosage intake is prohibited

Storage

Store at room temperature of 25°С (77°F), keep away from heat and light and children. Short term storage at the temperature of 15-30°С (59-86°F) is allowed. Bathroom storage is not recommended.