Vimpat generic name?

What is the generic name for Vimpat?

Vimpat’s generic name is lacosamide. It is an anti-seizure medicine (an anticonvulsant) used for certain types of epilepsy.

Why do people ask “Vimpat generic name” alongside other terms?

In practice, “Vimpat” is the brand name, while lacosamide is the active ingredient that appears on prescriptions and generic products. The same drug can be sold under multiple brand/generic labels depending on the market and approvals.