Leptomate 100 Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Topiramate (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Leptomate 100 Tablet is a medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and to prevent migraines. It is also used in the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (a rare, but severe form of epilepsy that starts in early childhood). Leptomate 100 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and to prevent migraines. It is also used in the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. It is important to take this medicine regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures. It is also important to follow the quick tips provided to prevent seizures.
Leptomate 100 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
How long should I take Leptomate 100 Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Leptomate 100 Tablet is determined by your physician. This medication does not cure seizures or migraines, but rather prevents them from occurring. Therefore, you may need to continue taking it for months or years based on symptom improvement and side effects.
Can Leptomate 100 Tablet be used for anxiety?
Leptomate 100 Tablet is not indicated for the treatment of anxiety. Please consult your doctor before taking this medication.
What are the serious side effects of Leptomate 100 Tablet?
Serious side effects of Leptomate 100 Tablet are rare and may include glaucoma (difficulty seeing, eye pain, and blurred vision), kidney stones (sharp pain in your sides or lower back), and metabolic acidosis (tiredness, loss of appetite, irregular and faint heartbeat). Other serious side effects of Leptomate 100 Tablet can be suicidal thoughts and insufficient sweating (some children taking Leptomate 100 Tablet may not sweat enough in hot weather, causing their body temperatures to rise).
Will my treatment with valproic acid interfere with the use of Leptomate 100 Tablet?
Leptomate 100 Tablet does not interfere with the effectiveness of valproic acid. However, it increases the risk of elevated ammonia levels in the blood (hyperammonemia). High ammonia can pose health risks and may cause difficulty concentrating, memory problems, and drowsiness. Immediately contact your doctor if these symptoms occur. It's important to note that Leptomate 100 Tablet alone can also lead to hyperammonemia.
Is Leptomate 100 Tablet safe for children?
Yes, Leptomate 100 Tablet is used for treating seizures in children over the age of 2 years. However, this medication is not recommended for use in children to treat migraines.
Have people mentioned that I've lost weight since starting Leptomate 100 Tablet?
Weight loss may occur as a side effect of Leptomate 100 Tablet, likely due to decreased appetite. If you are unsure, consult your doctor who can give advice based on your individual case.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Leptomate 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
- Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day while taking Leptomate 100 Tablet. This can reduce the risk of kidney stones.
- Monitor your weight during treatment with this medicine as it can cause weight gain.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Leptomate 100 Tablet.
Breastfeed
Leptomate 100 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Leptomate 100 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
