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Vimpat (Lacosamide) belongs to the class of medications called antiepileptics. Vimpat (Lacosamide) is used alone or with other medications to treat partial-onset seizures in adults with Epilepsy.
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Vimpat (Lacosamide) belongs to the class of medications called antiepileptics. Vimpat (Lacosamide) is used alone or with other medications to treat partial-onset seizures in adults with Epilepsy. Vimpat (Lacosamide) works in the brain to stop the spread of seizure activity. The exact way that Vimpat (Lacosamide) works to treat partial-onset seizures is not known.
Vimpat (Lacosamide) may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Vimpat (Lacosamide) may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of Vimpat (Lacosamide) may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested Vimpat (Lacosamide) for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking Vimpat (Lacosamide), speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking Vimpat (Lacosamide) without consulting your doctor.
Do not give Vimpat (Lacosamide) to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take Vimpat (Lacosamide) if their doctor has not prescribed it.
The recommended starting dose of Vimpat (Lacosamide) is 50 mg twice daily for 1 week. The dose is then increased to 100 mg twice daily during the second week. Depending on your response, your doctor may increase the dose of the medication to 150 mg twice daily during the third week, and 200 mg twice daily during the fourth week. Do not stop taking Vimpat (Lacosamide) or any other seizure medications unless your health care provider advises you to.
Vimpat (Lacosamide) can be taken with plenty of water, with or without food. Swallow the tablets whole - do not crush or chew the tablets.
Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to take Vimpat (Lacosamide) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Vimpat (Lacosamide) at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Vimpat (Lacosamide). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Vimpat (Lacosamide) with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Vimpat (Lacosamide). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of these side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Vimpat (Lacosamide).
50 mg
Each pink, oval, film-coated tablet engraved with "SP" on one side and "50" on the other, contains 50 mg of Vimpat (Lacosamide). Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropylcellulose, hypromellose, lecithin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, red iron oxide, black iron oxide, and FD&C Blue No. 2/Indigo Carmine Aluminum Lake.
100 mg
Each dark yellow, oval, film-coated tablet, engraved with "SP" on one side and "100" on the other, contains 100 mg of Vimpat (Lacosamide). Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropylcellulose, hypromellose, lecithin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide.
150 mg
Each salmon, oval, film-coated tablet, engraved with "SP" on one side and "150" on the other, contains 150 mg of Vimpat (Lacosamide). Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropylcellulose, hypromellose, lecithin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, yellow iron oxide, red iron oxide, and black iron oxide.
200 mg
Each blue, oval, film-coated tablet engraved with "SP" on one side and "200" on the other, contains 200 mg of Vimpat (Lacosamide). Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropylcellulose, hypromellose, lecithin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, and FD&C Blue No. 2/Indigo Carmine Aluminum Lake.
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