Tablet / syrup Lacoptal (Drug molecule -Lacosamide)
Brand names – Lacosam, Lacoset, Lacotab.
Lacosamide belongs to anti-convulsants group of drugs. It is a sodium channel blocker & is mainly used in the treatment of epilepsy.
How does it work ?
There are receptors & various channels in the brain which can excite or cause hyperactivity of brain cells & there are other receptors & channels that cause brain cells to calm down. The first type of receptors & channels , if activated lead to firing of brain cells = epilepsy or nerve pain. The second type, if activated leads to reduced firing of the brain cells. Lacosamide works by stimulating the receptors & channels that cause reduced firing, thus leading to reduction in seizures.
Usual dosage :
For Epilepsy : 5 – 8 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Lacosamide –
- Helps in reducing seizures in epilepsy patients.
- Relatively very safe.
Who can benefit with Lacosamide supplementation ?
People suffering from epilepsy (partial & generalized).
Side effetcs :
Skin rash (if it occurs, please consult the doctor),
Contra-indications :
To avoid in case of prior rash to other anti- Epileptics, existing cardiovascular issues.
Overdosage :
May lead to lethargy, gastro-intestinal issues.
Other info :
To be consumed preferably after food. Dose may
need adjustment if taken with other epilepsy medications.
In case of syrup, shake well before use.
In case of tablet, if crushed, consume immediately.
Tablet / syrup Levipil (Drug molecule – Levetiracetam) Brands – Levacetam, Levera, levemex, Levepsy etc.
Levetiracetam belongs to anti-convulsants group of drugs. It blocks SV2A protein in the brain & is mainly used in the treatment of epilepsy
How does it work ?
There are receptors & various channels in the brain whichcan excite or cause hyperactivity of brain cells & there are otherreceptors & channels that cause brain cells to calm down. Thefirst type of receptors & channels , if activated lead to firing ofbrain cells = epilepsy or nerve pain. The second type, if activatedleads to reduced firing of the brain cells. Levetiracetram worksby stimulating the receptors & channels that cause reducedfiring, thus leading to reduction in seizures.
Usual dosage :
For Epilepsy : 20 – 50 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Levetiracetam :
- Helps in reducing seizures in epilepsy patients.
Who can benefit with Levetiracetam supplementation ?
People suffering from epilepsy – partial and generalized.
Side-effects :
Skin rash (if it occurs, please consult the doctor), Drowsiness, imbalance, nausea, vomiting in some.
Contra-indications :
To avoid in case of prior rash to other anti-epileptics.
Overdosage :
May lead to lethargy, gastro-intestinal issues,Visual complaints, imbalance etc.
Other info :
To be consumed preferably after food. Dose may need adjustment if taken with other epilepsy medications.If syrup, please shake well before use. With tablet, if crushed, consume immediately afterwards.
Tablet / syrup Lacosam (Drug molecule – Lacosamide)
Lacosamide belongs to anti-convulsants group of drugs. It is a sodium channel blocker & is mainly used in the treatment of epilepsy.
How does it work ?
There are receptors & various channels in the brain which can excite or cause hyperactivity of brain cells & there are other receptors & channels that cause brain cells to calm down. The first type of receptors & channels , if activated lead to firing of brain cells = epilepsy or nerve pain. The second type, if activated leads to reduced firing of the brain cells. Lacosamide works by stimulating the receptors & channels that cause reduced firing, thus leading to reduction in seizures
Usual dosage :
For Epilepsy : 5 – 8 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Lacosamide –
- Helps in reducing seizures in epilepsy patients.
- Relatively very safe.
Who can benefit with Lacosamide supplementation ?
People suffering from epilepsy (partial & generalized).
Side-effects :
Skin rash (if it occurs, please consult the doctor), nausea, vomiting in some.
Contra-indications :
To avoid in case of prior rash to other anti- Epileptics, existing cardiovascular issues.
Overdosage :
May lead to lethargy, gastro-intestinal issues.
Other info :
To be consumed preferably after food. Dose may need adjustment if taken with other epilepsy medications. In case of syrup, shake well before use.In case of tablet, if crushed, consume immediately.
Tablet Oxetol (Drug molecule – Oxcarbazepine)
Oxcarbazepine belongs to anti-convulsants group of drugs. It is a sodium channel blocker & is mainly used in the treatment of epilepsy and also in trigeminal nerve pain.
How does it work ?
There are receptors & various channels in the brain which can excite or cause hperactivity of brain cells & there are other receptors & channels that cause brain cells to calm down. The first type of receptors & channels , if activated lead to firing of brain cells = epilepsy or nerve pain. The second type, if activated leads to reduced firing of the brain cells. Oxetol works by stimulating the receptors & channels that cause reduced firing, thus leading to reduction in seizures and nerve pain.
Usual dosage :
For Epilepsy : 20 – 30 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
For neuralgia : 300 – 1200 mg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Oxcarbazepine :
- Helps in reducing seizures in epilepsy patients.
- Helps in reducing trigeminal nerve pain.
Who can benefit with Oxcarbazepine supplementation ?
People suffering from epilepsy & trigeminal neuralgia.
Side-effects :
Skin rash (if it occurs, please consult the doctor), Drowsiness, imbalance, nausea, vomiting in some.
Contra-indications :
To avoid in case of prior rash to other anti- epileptics.
Overdosage :
May lead to lethargy, gastro-intestinal issues, Visual complaints, imbalance etc.
Other info :
To be consumed preferably after food. Dose may need adjustment if taken with other epilepsy medications.
Tablet / syrup Vinlep (Drug molecule – Oxcarbazepine)
Oxcarbazepine belongs to anti-convulsants group of drugs. It is a sodium channel blocker & is mainly used in the treatment of epilepsy and also in trigeminal nerve pain.
How does it work ?
There are receptors & various channels in the brain which can excite or cause hyperactivity of brain cells & there are other receptors & channels that cause brain cells to calm down. The first type of receptors & channels , if activated lead to firing of brain cells = epilepsy or nerve pain. The second type, if activated leads to reduced firing of the brain cells. Vinlep works by stimulating the receptors & channels that cause reduced firing, thus leading to reduction in seizures and nerve pain.
Usual dosage :
For Epilepsy : 20 – 30 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
For neuralgia : 300 – 1200 mg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Oxcarbazepine :
- Helps in reducing seizures in epilepsy patients.
- Helps in reducing trigeminal nerve pain.
Who can benefit with Oxcarbazepine supplementation ?
People suffering from epilepsy & trigeminal neuralgia.
Side-effects :
Skin rash (if it occurs, please consult the doctor), Drowsiness, imbalance, nausea, vomiting in some.
Contra-indications :
To avoid in case of prior rash to other anti- epileptics.
Overdosage :
May lead to lethargy, gastro-intestinal issues, Visual complaints, imbalance etc.
Other info :
To be consumed preferably after food. Dose may need adjustment if taken with other epilepsy medications. In case of syrup, shake well before use. In case of tablet, if crushed, consume immediately.
CARNITINE
Carnitine is a non protein amino acid. It is of 2 types Mainly : L Carnitine (useful) & D Carnitine (toxic). L Carnitine is helpful in converting fat to energy.
Main food sources :
Dairy, poultry, meat products.
Usual dosage :
50 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of L Carnitine :
- Improves muscle strength & energy.
- Anti-oxidant.
- Neuro-protective agent
Who can benefit with carnitine supplementation ?
Children suffering from neuro-metabolic & other Genetic disorders, developmental delay, Cerebral palsy.
Contra-indications :
Nothing significant noted till date.
Side effects :
rarely nausea, vomiting (Self limiting).
Overdosage :
In case of any overdosage, do not worry, As there is no specific toxicity, even to children.
Other info :
This can be given on empty stomach safely. This can be given with any other medications together.
L CARNOSINE
L Carnosine is a naturally occurring amino acid. Mainly present in muscle & brain tissue.
Main food sources :
All meat products.
Usual dosage :
10-15 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of L Carnosine :
- Anti-oxidant.
- Reduces neuro-degeneration
- Anti-ageing agent
- Neuro-protective agent
Who can benefit with carnosine supplementation ?
Children suffering from autism, ADHD, dyslexia, CVI etc. & patients with dementia, cataracts etc.
Contra-indications
No evidence of any as yet. Side-effects – Nothing significant till date.
Overdosage :
In case of any overdosage, do not worry, as there is no specific toxicity, even to children.
Other info :
This can be given on empty stomach safely. This can be given with any other medications together.
Tablet Encorate (Drug molecule – Sodium valproate)
Sodium valproate belongs to anti-convulsants group of drugs. It is a broad spectrum drug & is mainly used in the treatment of epilepsy and also in migraine treatment.
How does it work ?
There are receptors & various channels in the brain which can excite or cause hyperactivity of brain cells & there are other receptors & channels that cause brain cells to calm down. The first type of receptors & channels , if activated lead to firing of brain cells = epilepsy or nerve pain. The second type, if activated leads to reduced firing of the brain cells. Valproate works by stimulating the receptors & channels that cause reduced firing thus leading to reduction in seizures and nerve pain.
Usual dosage :
For Epilepsy : 20 – 40 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
For migraine : 10 – 20 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Valproate :
- Helps in reducing seizures in epilepsy patients.
- Helps in reducing migraine intensity & frequency.
Who can benefit with Valproate supplementation ?
People suffering from epilepsy & migraine.
Side-effects :
Skin rash (if it occurs, please consult the doctor), Drowsiness, imbalance, nausea, vomiting in some.
Contra-indications :
To avoid in case of prior rash to other anti- epileptics.
Overdosage :
May lead to lethargy, gastro-intestinal issues, Visual complaints, imbalance etc.
Other info :
To be consumed preferably after food. Dose may need adjustment if taken with other epilepsy medications. Once crushed, consume immediately.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) – water soluble vitamin
Vitamin B12 exists in 4 near identical forms. Once absorbed In the body, cobalamin is converted to methylcobalamin.
Syrup Meconerv Z is rich in methylcobalamin along withother vitamins & minerals
Vitamin B12 is involved in functioning of every cell.It helps in formation of myelin which is the main part of, & Forms the outer covering of all our peripheral nerves.
Usual dosage (syrup) :
5 – 10 ml daily (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Vitamin B12 :
- Helps in metabolism of every cell in the body.
- Helps in normal functioning of nervous system.
- Improves brain stability & functioning.
- Needed for production of red blood cells.
Who can benefit with Vitamin B12 supplementation ?
Children with autism, dyslexia, Developmental delay, Cerebral palsy, ADHD, anemia etc. Adults with diabetic or peripheral neuropathy, dementia, Anemia, generalized weakness, fatigue etc.
Side-effects :
nausea, headache, vomiting very rarely.
Contra-indications :
nothing significant in children.
Overdosage :
In case of any overdosage, do not worry, As there is no specific toxicity, even to children.
Other info :
This can be given on empty stomach safely. This can be given with any other medications together.
PIRACETAM
Its is a synthetically prepared drug (Racetam group drugs) It is derived from GABA which is a brain neurotransmitter.
Usual dosage :
500 – 2000 mg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Pirtacetam :
- Acts as a cognitive enhancer.
- Neuro-protective actions.
- Improves brain stability & functioning.
Who can benefit with piracetam supplementation ?
Children with autism, dyslexia, Developmental delay, Cerebral palsy, ADHD, people with dementia etc.
Side-effects :
nausea, headache, vomiting rarely.
Contra-indications :
nothing significant in children.
Overdosage :
In case of any overdosage, do not worry, As there is no specific toxicity, even to children.
Other info :
This can be given on empty stomach safely. This can be given with any other medications together.
OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS
They are essential fatty acids. There are 3 types – DHA (Docosohexaenoic acid), EPA(Eicosapentaenoic Acid) & ALA (Alpha linoleic acid).
They are called essential as our body does not produce them naturally.
Main food sources :
DHA & EPA – Marine food mainly and meat.
ALA – Plant based/vegetables (mainly flax seed based)
Usual dosage :
1000 mg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids :
- Helps in preventing neuro-degeneration.
- Neuro-protective actions
- Improves brain stability & functioning
- Improves retinal functioning in infants
Who can benefit with Omega-3 supplementation ?
Children with autism, ADHD, CVI, Developmental delay, People with cardiovascular issues, dementia etc.
Side-effects :
nausea, headache rarely.
Contra-indications :
nothing significant.
Overdosage :
In case of any overdosage, do not worry, As there is no specific toxicity, even to children.
Other info :
This can be given on empty stomach safely. This can be given with any other medications together.
Tablet Valprol CR (Drug molecule – Sodium valproate)
Sodium valproate belongs to anti-convulsants group of drugs. It is a broad spectrum drug & is mainly used in the treatment of epilepsy and also in migraine treatment.
How does it work ?
There are receptors & various channels in the brain which can excite or cause hyperactivity of brain cells & there are other receptors & channels that cause brain cells to calm down. The first type of receptors & channels , if activated lead to firing of brain cells = epilepsy or nerve pain. The second type, if activated leads to reduced firing of the brain cells. Valproate works by stimulating the receptors & channels that cause reduced firing thus leading to reduction in seizures and nerve pain.
Usual dosage :
For Epilepsy : 20 – 40 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
For migraine : 10 – 20 mg/kg/day (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Valproate :
- Helps in reducing seizures in epilepsy patients.
- Helps in reducing migraine intensity & frequency.
Who can benefit with Valproate supplementation ?
People suffering from epilepsy & migraine.
Side-effects :
Skin rash (if it occurs, please consult the doctor), Drowsiness, imbalance, nausea, vomiting in some.
Contra-indications :
To avoid in case of prior rash to other anti- epileptics.
Overdosage :
May lead to lethargy, gastro-intestinal issues, Visual complaints, imbalance etc.
Other info :
To be consumed preferably after food. Dose may need adjustment if taken with other epilepsy medications. Once crushed, consume immediately.
Injection Recometh
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) – water soluble vitamin
Vitamin B12 exists in 4 near identical forms. Once absorbed In the body, cobalamin is converted to methylcobalamin.
Inj. Recometh contains 1500 mcg of methylcobalamin.
Vitamin B12 is involved in functioning of every cell. It helps in formation of myelin which is the main part of, & Forms the outer covering of all our peripheral nerves.
Usual dosage (inj.) :
1 vial once in 3 weeks (or as per doctor)
Benefits of Vitamin B12 –
- Helps in metabolism of every cell in the body.
- Helps in normal functioning of nervous system.
- Improves brain stability & functioning.
- Needed for production of red blood cells.
Who can benefit with Vitamin B12 supplementation ?
Adults with diabetic or peripheral neuropathy, dementia, Anemia, generalized weakness, fatigue etc. Children with autism, dyslexia, Developmental delay, Cerebral palsy, ADHD, anemia etc.
Side-effects :
Mild pain at the site of the injection.
Contra-indications :
nothing significant.
Overdosage :
In case of any overdosage, do not worry, As there is no specific toxicity, even to children.
Other info :
This can be given on empty stomach safely & with any other medications together. This can be given into the upper arm or hip by any doctor or nurse.
