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Lamictal (Lamotrigine)
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Description
What are the Lamotrigine Uses and indications?
Chemical Name: LAMOTRIGINE (la-MOE-tri-jeen)
Lamictal (Lamotrigine)
Lamictal medication is an antiepileptic drug used to prevent and control seizures. It is also prescribed to the patients who are suffering from extreme mood swings or bipolar disorder. It works by re-establishing the equilibrium of normal substances in the brain.
Lamictal is available in three doses:- Lamotrigine 25 mg
- Lamotrigine 100 mg
- Lamotrigine 200 mg
You can purchase Lamictal as well as Lamictal generic from Canada Pharmacy.
Fact Table
Formula
C9H7Cl2N5
License
US DailyMed, US FDA
Bioavailability
98%
Legal status
Rx-Only
Chemical Name
Lamotrigine
Elimination half-life
29 hours
Dosage (Strength)
2mg-200mg
Pregnancy
Not Recommended
Brands
Lamictal
Protein binding
55%
PubChem CID
3878
MedlinePlus
a695007
ChEBI
6367
ATC code
N03AX09
DrugBank
DB00555
KEGG
D00354
Routes of administration
By mouth
Directions
Once you are prescribed and buy Lamictal, then the dosage of the drug depends on the age and health condition of the patient. Ingest the whole medicine, avoid chewing it. Don't break the tablet. This medicine is administered orally.
If you accidentally miss the dose take it as soon as you remember it. Don't mix the dose with the other one. Avoid taking 2 doses at the same time.Ingredients
The active ingredient is Lamotrigine.
Inactive ingredients are:- Calcium carbonate
- Low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose
- Magnesium aluminum silicate
- Magnesium stearate
- Povidone
- Saccharin sodium
- Sodium starch glycolate.
Cautions
Tell your health professional if you are suffering from kidney or liver disorder, any history of depression or suicidal thoughts, or have an allergy to seizure medicines.
Avoid recommending this medicine by yourself to anyone else suffering from same symptoms and conditions as yours.
Don't stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Your condition might get worse. Avoid using it if you are pregnant.Side Effects
Side effects of Lamictal (Lamotrigine) mostly include:
- Tremors
- Dizziness
- Tired feeling
- Blurred vision, double vision
- Loss of coordination
- Dry mouth
- Mild nausea
- Stomach pain
- Upset stomach
- Changes in your menstrual periods
- Back pain
- Insomnia
- A runny nose
- A sore throat
If you get any of the following symptoms, visit your doctor as soon as you can:- The first sign of any skin rash, no matter how mild
- Fever
- Swollen glands
- Body aches
- Flu symptoms
- A headache
- Neck stiffness
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Easy bruising or bleeding
- Severe tingling
- Numbness
- Upper stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
- Dark urine
- Chest pain
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Feeling short of breath
- Confusion
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Swelling
- Rapid weight gain
- Urinating less than usual or not at all
- Pale skin
- Shortness of breath
- Rapid heart rate
- Trouble concentrating
- Increased seizures or worsening of your bipolar disorder.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lamictal (Lamotrigine)
What is Lamictal usually prescribed for?
Lamictal (lamotrigine) is a prescription drug that’s used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It’s used to treat certain kinds of seizures, with other drugs, in adults and some children with epilepsy.
What is the biggest side effect of Lamictal?
The most serious side effect of Lamictal is life-threatening rashes, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis, or rash-related death.
Is Lamictal good for depression and anxiety?
Lamictal is a mood stabilizer and may be effective for treating certain types of depression, including unipolar depression and bipolar depression. It is sometimes prescribed for panic disorder and may also help reduce stress symptoms in people with chronic anxiety.
Can you stay on Lamictal for life?
Whether Lamictal is used long term depends on the condition you’re taking it for. Lamictal is usually used as a long-term treatment for epilepsy. If you and your doctor determine that it’s safe and effective for your condition, you’ll likely take it long term.
Can you drink coffee while on lamotrigine?
No interactions were found between caffeine and Lamictal. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
What foods should you avoid when taking lamotrigine?
By avoiding foods such as grapefruit, high-fat dairy products, alcohol, caffeine, St. John’s Wort, and high-sodium items, individuals can support the optimal absorption and effectiveness of lamotrigine.
What Cannot be taken with Lamictal?
Certain drugs may cause problems with Lamictal, like specific anticonvulsants that can reduce the concentration of Lamictal in your blood, like Dilantin (phenytoin), Mysoline (primidone), phenobarbital, and Tegretol (carbamazepine).
What not to do while taking Lamictal?
You should not stop taking Lamictal without first talking to your doctor, even if you feel fine. You may have increased seizures if you stop using this medicine suddenly.
Should I take Lamictal at bedtime or morning?
You should take lamotrigine at night if it makes you sleepy and if you are prescribed it once a day. But if it doesn’t make you sleepy or if it tends to keep you awake, then take it first thing in the morning.
What are the negative effects of lamotrigine?
The more commonly reported adverse reactions have included dizziness, headache, diplopia, ataxia, nausea, blurred vision, somnolence, and rash.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 1594
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