Lasinone 10mg Capsule

Lasinone 10mg Capsule is a metabolic disorder medication containing the active ingredient Nitisinone. It is an enzyme inhibitor used to treat hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 in adults, adolescents, and children of all ages, and alkaptonuria in adults. This rare disease medication works by blocking the breakdown of the amino acid tyrosine and preventing accumulation of harmful substances.

Your doctor may recommend a specialised diet while you take Nitisinone for hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 (HT-1) or alkaptonuria (AKU) to manage your condition effectively.

Do not take Lasinone 10mg Capsule if you are allergic to Nitisinone or any ingredient in the medication. Inform your doctor before starting treatment if you have or have had liver or kidney conditions. Notify your doctor if you have leukopenia (reduced white blood cell count) or thrombocytopenia (reduced platelet count). Your doctor will monitor platelet and white blood cell counts before beginning treatment.

Lasinone 10mg Capsule pricing varies by location and pharmacy. Check with local pharmacies for current pricing information.

Lasinone is a branded formulation of Nitisinone, the active ingredient present in both products. The difference between Lasinone and other Nitisinone formulations may lie in branding, formulation, or pricing, though the active ingredient and mechanism of action remain identical.

Lasinone 10 mg capsule uses are Hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 (adults, adolescents, and children) Alkaptonuria (adults)

Lasinone 10mg Capsule works by blocking the breakdown of the amino acid tyrosine, preventing its buildup in the body. This mechanism helps in the treatment of conditions such as hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 (HT-1) and alkaptonuria (AKU).

Take the Lasinone 10mg Capsule as your physician advises. Usually, this capsule will be taken once a day. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the capsule if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Lasinone side effects include Common Elevated levels of tyrosine Reduced platelet count Decreased lymphocyte count Conjunctivitis (eye inflammation) Corneal opacity (clouding of the cornea) Photophobia (sensitivity to light) Eye irritation (keratopathy) Eyelid inflammation Cataract (clouding of the eye's lens) Reduced granulocyte count Itching

Do not stop taking the medicine unless advised by your doctor. Do not double-dose to make up for a missed dose. Liver and kidney patients should use Lasinone 10mg Capsule cautiously and inform their doctor about any underlying conditions. Dose adjustments may be required based on age, weight, and medical history. Do not breastfeed while taking Lasinone 10mg Capsule. Notify your doctor if you experience any serious side effects. Contact your doctor for more information.