Lamictal Information:
Lamictal (generic name: Lamotrigine) is a prescription drug which is an anti-epileptic and anticonvulsant. It is used primarily in preventing seizures. It is also prescribed for patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder and works by delaying mood episodes. It has been noted as one of the stronger medications for fighting the symptoms of bipolar disorder. Lamictal allows for long term stability for patients of bipolar disorder unlike some of the other drugs available for the disorder. Epilepsy, one of the conditions Lamictal is prescribed to treat, is caused by chemical changes in the brain, which can sometimes occur suddenly although the cause of such changes is not fully understood. Epileptics may suffer from seizures which can be induced by bright or flashing lights, such as strobe lights.
Lamictal Side Effects:
As with any medication you may experience side effects of Lamictal such as headaches, dizziness, back pain, weight loss, insomnia, runny nose, sore mouth or throat, blurry vision or upset stomach. More serious side effects may include tremors, fever, skin rash, fever, swollen glands, chest pain, flu like symptoms, swelling of face and mouth and sensitivity to light. If you experience any side effects, especially the more serious ones you must seek medical attention immediately.
Lamictal Directions:
Lamtictal comes in a chewable, dispersible tablet form. You should follow the directions of the doctor who prescribed Lamictal to you. There will also be dosage information and directions on the pack. You can take Lamictal in three ways: the first is to swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, the second is to chew the tablet and then swallow with water, and the third is to allow the tablet to disperse in a glass of water or fruit juice and drink the solution.
Lamictal Precautions:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Lamictal you must not take it and should inform your doctor. You should also consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions, including kidney or liver problems and heart disease. If you are taking any other medications you must also inform your doctor as some medicines may interact with Lamictal including other seizure medications, hormone birth control including pills, injections and implants, valproic acid, carbamazepine, rifampin, divalproex, phenytoin, oxcarbazepine, primidone and phenobarbital. You must also inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Lamictal can be passed to new born children through breast milk.
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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