Product introduction
Lacotide Injection contains lacosamide, an anti-seizure medicine given directly into a vein, typically in a hospital or clinical setting when a person cannot take oral seizure medication or needs rapid control of seizure activity. It works differently from older anti-epileptic drugs, targeting sodium channels in nerve cells to steady abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It is administered by trained medical staff rather than self-injected at home.
Storage: Store below 30°C, protected from light. Do not freeze.
Uses of Lacotide Injection
- Treatment of seizures (epilepsy) as an add-on or short-term alternative to oral therapy
- Control of seizures in patients unable to take medicines by mouth
- Management of certain seizure-related conditions under hospital or clinical supervision
Benefits of Lacotide Injection
Provides a fast-acting option for seizure control when oral medicines aren't practical,Can be used as a short-term bridge until a person is able to resume oral anti-epileptic treatment,Targets sodium channel activity specifically, offering an alternative mechanism to other seizure medicines
Side effects of Lacotide Injection
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Double vision
- Headache
- Nausea
How to use Lacotide Injection
This injection is given only by a doctor or nurse in a clinical setting; it is not for self-administration,It is usually administered slowly into a vein over a set period as determined by the treating doctor,Dosing and duration depend on the individual's condition and response, decided by the medical team
How Lacotide Injection works
Lacosamide gradually inactivates sodium channels on overactive nerve cells, which reduces the abnormal electrical activity behind seizures,This selective action helps stabilise nerve cell firing without broadly suppressing normal nerve function,Because it works on a distinct part of the sodium channel cycle compared with older anti-epileptics, it can be useful when other seizure medicines aren't fully effective
Substitutes for Lacotide Injection
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
It isn't well established whether alcohol is safe to combine with this medicine; check with your doctor.
Safety during pregnancy has not been firmly established; use only under specialist medical guidance.
Should be used with caution during breastfeeding, under medical supervision.
May reduce alertness, cause dizziness, or affect vision; driving is not advised after receiving this injection.
Requires caution and possible dose adjustment in people with significant kidney disease.
Requires caution in liver disease and is generally not recommended in severe cases.
Quick tips
- This is a hospital or clinic-administered medicine; never attempt to self-inject
- Inform staff about any heart conditions, as sodium channel medicines need monitoring in some patients
- Report double vision, severe dizziness, or unusual heart rhythm sensations immediately
- Continue any oral anti-epileptic plan exactly as advised once you transition off the injection
- Keep a record of seizure frequency to help the medical team assess response to treatment
Fact box
| Chemical class | N-acyl-alpha amino acid derivative |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | NEURO CNS |
| Action class | Sodium channel modulator - antiepileptic drug (AED) |
Frequently asked questions
Can Lacotide Injection be given at home?
No, it is administered only by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinical setting, never as a self-injection at home.
Why would a doctor use the injection instead of lacosamide tablets?
The injection is chosen when a patient cannot take medicines by mouth, needs quicker seizure control, or is being bridged temporarily off oral therapy.
Is Lacotide Injection the same as regular epilepsy tablets?
It contains the same active medicine, lacosamide, used in tablet form, but is given intravenously for situations needing a different route of administration.
What side effects should I watch for after this injection?
Dizziness, drowsiness, double vision, headache, and nausea are commonly reported; inform the medical team if these are severe or persistent.
Does this injection interact with heart conditions?
Sodium channel-acting medicines like lacosamide need careful monitoring in people with certain heart rhythm conditions, so always share your full medical history with the treating doctor.