About lacosamide
Antiseizure medicine
Used for
- Treats focal-onset seizures
- Used alone or with other medicines for primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures
Usual adult dose
Usually starts at 50 mg twice daily, increased gradually; typical maintenance is 100–200 mg twice daily.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 4 years and older, dosing is weight-based, usually twice daily, and increased gradually.
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Double or blurred vision
- Nausea
- Sleepiness or unsteadiness
Important warnings
- Can affect heart rhythm; caution with heart disease or rhythm medicines
- Do not stop suddenly; seizures may worsen
- May cause suicidal thoughts or mood changes
- Can cause allergic reactions or severe skin reactions
Pregnancy
May pose risks to an unborn baby; discuss pregnancy plans with a clinician. Do not stop suddenly during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Passes into breast milk; effects on a nursing infant are uncertain. Monitor for sleepiness or poor feeding.
Interactions
- Medicines that affect heart rhythm or heart conduction
- Other medicines causing dizziness or sleepiness
- Some antiseizure medicines can change lacosamide levels
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.