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BRAND NAMES:
Vimpat, Vimpat
Generic Names:
Vimpat
Uses:
Treats partial seizures., Treats partial seizures.
Therapeutic Classes:
Anticonvulsant, Anticonvulsant
Forms:
Injectable, Liquid, Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth, By injection
What form(s) does Vimpat come in
Injectable
Liquid
Tablet
What are common Vimpat doses?
Tablet 50MG
Tablet 100MG
Tablet 150MG
Tablet 200MG
Bottle 200ML of 10MG/ML
Vial 20ML of 200MG/20ML
Common Vimpat prescriptions
Vimpat
200ml of 10mg/ml bottleVimpat
465ml of 10mg/ml bottleVimpat
100mg tabletVimpat
150mg tabletVimpat
200mg tabletVimpat
50mg tablet
How to take Vimpat
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze the oral liquid. Throw away any unused medicine 7 weeks after you open the bottle.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Swallow the tablet whole with liquid. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
The oral liquid may also be given using a feeding tube.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
The oral liquid may also be given using a feeding tube.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze the oral liquid. Throw away any unused medicine 7 weeks after you open the bottle.
Oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Swallow the tablet whole with liquid. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine must be injected slowly, so your IV tube will need to stay in place for at least 15 to 60 minutes.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine must be injected slowly, so your IV tube will need to stay in place for at least 15 to 60 minutes.
Vimpat contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to lacosamide.
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to lacosamide.
Vimpat warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetic neuropathy, blood vessel disease, heart problems, or heart rhythm problems. Tell your doctor if you have a history of depression or mental health problems or drug or alcohol abuse.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Changes in mood or behavior, including thoughts of suicideHeart rhythm problems (including PR prolongation)Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), which may involve multiple organs, including your liver or kidneys
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy, or cause double vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Problems with walking or balance, sleepiness, blurred or double vision
Trouble breathing, fainting
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetic neuropathy, blood vessel disease, heart problems, or heart rhythm problems. Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or a history of depression or mental health problems or drug or alcohol abuse.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Changes in mood or behavior, including thoughts of suicideHeart rhythm problems (including PR prolongation)Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), which may involve multiple organs, including your liver or kidneys
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy, or cause double vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely. Your seizures may return or occur more often if you stop this medicine suddenly.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Vimpat interactions
Some medicines can affect how lacosamide works. Tell your doctor if you are using blood pressure medicine.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Changes in heart rhythm, such as a condition called PR prolongationSerious allergic reactions that may involve multiple organs, such as your liver or kidneys
This medicine may cause depression or thoughts of suicide. Tell your doctor if you have a history of depression or mental illness.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy, or cause double vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
The oral liquid contains aspartame (a source of phenylalanine). If you have phenylketonuria (PKU), talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely. Your seizures may return or occur more often if you stop this medicine suddenly.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Some medicines can affect how lacosamide works. Tell your doctor if you are using blood pressure medicine.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Changes in heart rhythm, such as a condition called PR prolongationSerious allergic reactions that may involve multiple organs, such as your liver or kidneys
This medicine may cause depression or thoughts of suicide. Tell your doctor if you have a history of depression or mental illness.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy, or cause double vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Vimpat side effects
Serious Side Effects
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in your neck, armpit, or groin
Trouble breathing, fainting
Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloody or cloudy urine, rapid weight gain, swelling of your face, feet, or lower legs
Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
Depression, unusual changes in mood or behavior, thoughts of hurting yourself
Problems with walking or balance, sleepiness, blurred or double vision
Trouble breathing, fainting
Lightheadedness or dizziness
Problems with walking or balance, sleepiness, blurred or double vision
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloody or cloudy urine, rapid weight gain, swelling of your face, feet, or lower legs
Depression, unusual changes in mood or behavior, or thoughts of hurting yourself
Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Fever, rash, swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in your neck, armpit, or groin
Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
Less Serious Side Effects
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Tiredness or weakness
Tiredness or weakness
Dry mouth
Headache
Pain, redness, or irritation where the needle is placed
Headache
Tiredness or weakness
Tiredness or weakness