LAMICTAL Reviews (LAMOTRIGINE)Average Rating: 3.4 (1917 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare LAMICTAL with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR LAMICTAL | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 3 | Seizures | I was previously on topamax but my seizures were getting worse. My doctor thought i should try lamotrigine and in the beginning it felt like i was given a new lease on life but in the last year ive been acting really crazy, i cant stop laughing or smiling all day everyday. People look at me and think im being way too friendly when i look at them with my creepy smile. My favorite sport is boxing and ive been doing it since i was 15. The last time i practised it was about a year ago but while i was training i think it helped me keep sane because in order to stay motivated i had to put bad thoughts in my head so it evened the meds good and bad side effects. I learned that i have to listen to my consciouss more in order to function because the lamotrigine worked better compared to topamax which made me feel unmotivated, good luck to all. | M | 29 | 2 years 150 | 9/23/2014 | 3 | Epilepsy | I think it's making me bipolar and Lack of concentration | I am worried that I am taking it for epilepsy but due to the fact it treats people for bipolar disorder it is making me slightly like that because I could cry at anything for nearly 2 hours thinking the worlds going to end and then feel completely fine or even very happy and excited. Also had 2 complex partial seizures since which is a lot less but been having a large increase in mini partial seizures which is quite annoying | F | 15 | 5 weeks 50 2X day | 7/18/2014 | 3 | Bipolar/Mood stabilizer | Seemed to have some benefit with little noticeable side effects EXCEPT that i have recently been increased from 200 to 400mg/day. At this dose I've noticed hair loss/thinning (alopecia) occurring about 2 weeks after increase. Significant+++. Dry skin, itchy scalp and lower legs++, hair loss particularly scalp and legs. Also have recently developed patchy epidermal skin flaking on fingers (mild) but no rash except for excoriated skin from itching++ | M | 55 | 5 years 200 mg 2X day | 6/8/2014 | 3 | bipolar 2 | Dry eyes - from first dosage 150 mg. Cannot wear contacts b/c of this. When increased to 300mg b/c started cycling btwn hypomania & depression, have extreme fatigue so I take it before bed. | F | 39 | 1 years 300 | 2/22/2014 | 3 | Bipolar II | Constipation, excessive urination, extreme belly bloating (I looked pregnant), fatigue | F | 16 | 3 months 5 mg | 2/12/2014 | 3 | Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, OCD | Started having psoriasis on scalp which I never had before and tooth recession. | I do not have dry mouth. I am in the dental field and never had a serious problem with teeth. | F | 40 | 6 months 150 2X day | 10/24/2013 | 3 | Bipolar Disorder | Mania, insomnia, increased libido, anxiety, nausea, heartburn, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, cognitive problems | At first it made me manic, then along with Seroquel, it kept me stable and functional for a year before it stopped working and I become depressed again. | M | 23 | 1.5 years 400mg 1X day | 10/16/2013 | 3 | major depression/intractible migrai | Feeling as if my head is a vast empty cave, loss of personality, feeling flat, memory loss and noticeable word finding problems. hair loss first 3 months which has completely subsided. | Debilitating intractable migraines drastically reduced! However I'm on the fence about this medication. I am no longer overwhelmed by suicidal thoughts, though I have recently been having some dramatic mood cycling which is triggered by seasonal allergies. I also can't remember sh*t which is very disconcerting! | F | 41 | 5 months 200 1X day | 5/7/2013 | 3 | Epilepsy | Gained 2 stone. Short-term memory loss. Lethargy. Acne. Mood swings. | F | 41 | 3 years 75 mg 1X day | 3/1/2013 | 3 | Rapid cycling bipolar | severe lower back pain and stiffness, memory loss, word selection problems, headaches, dizziness, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, frequent urination, rage, irritation, anxiety, acne, small red bumps on legs. bruise easier, lack of sleep. | I am hyper sensitive to drugs and started at 6.5 and worked up to 25. Lamictal made me a bit racey for the first few months and i felt hyper productive and great. Still had minor ups and downs but less depressed. Stopped crying every day. Now i am beginning to realize how my memory and brain power have declined and am slowly tapering my dose. | F | 21 | 5 months 25mg 1X day | 2/24/2013 | 3 | Bi-polar | Some itching in the beginning but could be psychosomatic. | I am able to think more clearly. Less of the thoughts racing. Easier verbal communication. But it's nothing amazing to tell the truth. I'm coming off SNRI's and SSRI's. So compared with the "bubble" those antidepressants cause, this is a mild drug (thus far). | M | 31 | 3 months 150 1X day | 2/14/2013 | 3 | Bipolar II, PTSD, Anxiety, Insomnia | Involuntary eye movement, swollen lymph nodes/glands, headaches, nausea, blurred vision, couldn't articulate to save my life, slurred speech, itching, dry mouth (upon withdrawal), insomnia (upon withdrawal), bad anxiety (upon withdrawal) | originally, I was very satisfied with this drug. It helped me sleep, took care of my moods, I was stable, my anxiety was gone. It was wonderful. I had some interesting side effects which I thought I could live with until I discovered swollen glands. My pdoc never heard of it before, so I went to the doctor and had several tests done just to be told I am perfectly healthy and I need to stop taking the drug. The withdrawal of this drug is SO bad it felt like I was dying. It shot me off so badly into the deep end, I am now far worse than I was BEFORE I took the drug. I still experience insomnia (though my pdoc now put me on valproate 400mg and seroquel 50mg which does wonders for the insomnia) but my anxiety is really bad and my eye vision is not what it used to be (i struggle to move my eyes quickly). My lymph nodes are STILL not gone which terrifies me and I probably have to go back and get more tests done (not sure what more they can do AS I AM PERFECTLY HEALTHY). I advise strong caution when using this drug, or considering using it. It can work great for some but completely terrible for others. It's a very dependent drug and the addiction is bad. In the end I think the risks are just too great, there are many other wonderful drugs to be taken for bipolar, lamictal is not the only one out there. | F | 22 | 8 months 100 2X day | 11/25/2012 | 3 | Bipolar 2 and Depression | Jaw clenching, severe insomnia, over heating, increased sweating, frequent nausea, muscle ticks | I have been taking Lamictal for about 6 months now for my Bipolar type 2 and depression in conjunction with Effexor which I was on for about 4 years. I am happy with my over all mood this drug has been wonderful for that. I never felt quite right just taking the Effexor. However, the awful jaw clenching, biting my tongue in my sleep, nausea, and severe insomnia have me seriously reconsidering taking this medication. I can't decide if these side effects are worth the result in my mood stabilization. This is very unfortunate as a mother of two I have issues with my patience sometimes. I will be consulting my doctor as I have been up all night due to severe jaw pain and insomnia, I just can't take it anymore :( | F | 28 | 6 months 200 1X day | 10/16/2012 | 3 | Bipolar Disorder | hypomania on titration, stomach cramps, headaches, diarrhea, nausea. All went away after the first few months. | M | 21 | 2 years 200mg | 9/5/2012 | 3 | Depression | Helps with my sleep as I work night shifts.... My psch prescribed it to me after 15 mins talking to her..am starting to worry because she wants to get me to 400 ... My mood is more stable... I don't want to be on these long term... Am worried also because I want to have a baby in the near future and worried if it will have an effect on that.... Am confused do I really need it??? | F | 31 | 4 months 350 | 6/25/2012 | 3 | Bipolar Disorder 1 | Intense Muscle contractions in both arms and legs with constant need to stretch them as hard as possible with little to no relief, excessive sweating, tired all the time yet not sleepy at night, inability to lose weight gained on previous medicines despite healthy eating habits and exercise, increased irritability and aggression | It doesn't seem to be working - still having depressed, hypo manic, or mixed moods daily, and I'm hesitant to stop taking it because it has taken 7 months so far to slowly get to the "therapeutic" level. I will say that since I've been on it I haven't had any full blown manic episodes, which had been a problem for me - hospitalized twice last year for them - no hospitalizations since I've been on this drug. | F | 42 | 7 months 350 mg 1X day | 4/13/2012 | 3 | BIPOLAR | water retention, hair loss, memory loss, stiff neck, swollen lymph nodes, frequent infetions, headaches daily, weight gain, heart palpitations | it did bring me out of a suicidal depression. went up to 25mg, 2X a day and was still ok but it kicks my hormones ouit of whack. I had to lower it due to intolerable headaches and fluid retention and palpitations. Switched to generic due to cost and went totally off. They are NOT the same. Will try to stick with this lower dose until I see Pdoc. | F | 52 | 6 months 25 MG. 1X day | 3/29/2012 | 3 | Bipolar Disorder | I actually take 100 in the morning and 200 at bedtime, but it didn't allow me to put that. Anyway, drowsiness was a huge problem for a year or two when I started this medicine. I was having a lot of nausea for awhile too, but not positive if it was from the lamictal or other meds. I think now it may actually be causing my insomnia but I'm not sure. Also, painful menstrual cramps. | It's hard to swallow, and disgusting if you can't get it down. haven't been stable for any long period of time while on this medicine, so not sure how well it's really working. | F | 22 | 3 years 300 mg 1X day | 3/15/2012 | 3 | Bipolar 2 | I just started my treatment, and i am on my third day on 25mg. Headaches is the only side effect right now. Hopefully i wont get anymore. | F | 20 | 3 days 25mg | 2/29/2012 | 3 | Bipolar II | It caused very dry, itchy skin. NOT a rash, just extremely dry skin. Loss in memory and concentration. | As a college student, I have had difficulty with this medication, and will admit that I have, on occasion, gone off of it for several days at a time in order to concentrate/study. There is an noticeable difference between when I take it and when I don't. | F | 19 | 2 years 200mg 1X day | 1/19/2012 |