What it is used for

DIACOMIT is indicated for adjunctive treatment of generalised tonic-clonic and clonic seizures associated with severe myoclonic epilepsy in infancy (SMEI, also known as Dravet syndrome) in patients whose seizures are not adequately controlled with a benzodiazepine (usually clobazam) and valproate.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Store in Original Container
• Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

opaque pink capsule of size 2 with self-locking closure, imprinted with Diacomit 250 mg

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient stiripentol

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

What it is used for

DIACOMIT is indicated for adjunctive treatment of generalised tonic-clonic and clonic seizures associated with severe myoclonic epilepsy in infancy (SMEI, also known as Dravet syndrome) in patients whose seizures are not adequately controlled with a benzodiazepine (usually clobazam) and valproate.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Store in Original Container
• Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

white capsule of size 0 with self-locking closure imprinted with Diacomit 500 mg

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient stiripentol

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

What it is used for

DIACOMIT is indicated for adjunctive treatment of generalised tonic-clonic and clonic seizures associated with severe myoclonic epilepsy in infancy (SMEI, also known as Dravet syndrome) in patients whose seizures are not adequately controlled with a benzodiazepine (usually clobazam) and valproate.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Store in Original Container
• Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Pale pink powder packaged in paper/Al/PE film composite

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient stiripentol

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.