Lacosamide (InterPharma) TM
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Active ingredients: lacosamide
Pack: Lacosamide (InterPharma) 200 mg/20 mL injection, 5 x 20 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: LACOSAMIDE INTERPHARMA lacosamide 200 mg/20 mL solution for injection ampouleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
LACOSAMIDE INTERPHARMA (lacosamide) injection for intravenous infusion is indicated as:, monotherapy in the treatment of partial-onset seizures with or without secondary generalisation in patients with epilepsy aged 16 years and older., add-on therapy in the treatment of partial-onset seizures with or without secondary generalisation in patients with epilepsy aged 4 years and older., add-on therapy in the treatment of primary generalised tonic-clonic seizures in patients with idiopathic generalised epilepsy aged 4 years and older.,LACOSAMIDE INTERPHARMA (lacosamide) injection for intravenous infusion is indicated when oral administration is temporarily not feasible.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5 x 20 mL ampoules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient lacosamide
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.
Reporting side effects
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