• AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet is an anti-epileptic medication that is used to treat two conditions, epilepsy and bipolar disorder
• It works by blocking the signals in the brain that trigger epileptic seizures (fits) and in another way to prevent extreme mood swings
• AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medicines
• It may be taken with or without food
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you
• This may increase gradually until your condition is stable
• This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the maximum benefit
• Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine unless your doctor advises you to
• You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.
• The most common side effects of this medicine include skin rashes, headache, nausea, and vomiting, difficulty sleeping, and dizziness
• Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor
• Inform your doctor immediately if you notice a rash or peeling of the skin
• There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects
• Long-term treatment can cause weakness in your bones (osteoporosis), increasing your risk of breaking a bone.
• Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, depression, or suicidal thoughts
• Also let your healthcare professional know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as the dose may need to be adjusted
• You should avoid driving or anything that requires concentration if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy
• You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

Uses of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet

• In Bipolar disorder AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your brain
• It is sometimes called a mood stabilizer and can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated
• You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood
• It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time
• It is likely that you will Take AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet for at least six months but possibly much longer
• It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively
• Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to
• You should continue to eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder
• In Epilepsy/Seizures AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet is used alone or with other medicines to prevent and control seizures (fits)
• It works by decreasing the nerve impulses that cause seizures
• It can help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety
• By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence
• It may also allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving)
• This medicine may take several weeks or months to work effectively as the dose is adjusted
• Carefully follow all instructions and never take more tablets than your doctor tells you to
• It needs to be taken regularly as prescribed to be most effective.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

I started AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet and developed a rash. The doctor stopped AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet immediately and prescribed another medicine. Why?

There have been reports where patients developed serious rashes within 8 weeks of starting AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet and were hospitalized. Sometimes these rashes turn into severe skin infections and may endanger the patient’s life. Therefore, it is advised that if a patient develops rashes after starting AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet, it should be stopped and should not be restarted. Use of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet is stopped even if the rashes are mild and non-serious. It is because of this that your doctor changed the medicine.

How long does it take AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet to work?

Though it varies from person to person, your symptoms may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.

What can be the consequences of taking a higher than the recommended dose of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet?

You may experience quick and uncontrollable movements of your eye, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. High doses of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet may cause problems with your balance, changes in heartbeat rhythm, loss of consciousness, fits (convulsions) or coma. Even if there are no signs of discomfort, seek immediate medical attention of a doctor or nearby hospital.

Can AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet affect pregnancy?

Studies on the human population do not show any effects of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet on pregnant women or her fetus. However, it is advisable that you inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or are planning to get pregnant while taking AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet. In case therapy with AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet is considered during pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe the lowest effective dose.

Can I take AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet with other antiepileptic medicines?

It is important that you inform your doctor if you are already on any other antiepileptic medicines. The reason being, taking AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet with some antiepileptics (like valproate and carbamazepine) may increase the chances of developing side effects. Also, the dose of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet may need adjustment if taken with antiepileptic medicines such as oxcarbazepine, felbamate, gabapentin, levetiracetam, pregabalin, topiramate or zonisamide.

How to take AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet?

AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Continue taking AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet in the dose and duration advised by the doctor to get maximum benefits of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet.

I have symptoms of depression. Can I take AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet?

Yes, you can take AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet if you have depression symptoms. In fact, AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet is used in preventing depression. But, do not self medicate. Do not start or stop taking AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet on your own, unless otherwise advised by the doctor.

Common and Known Side effects of AS Lamp OD 100mg Tablet

• Skin rash
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dryness in mouth
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Back pain
• Abdominal pain
• Blurred vision
• Double vision
• Impaired coordination
• Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
• Infection