Uses of Lamotrigine

Lamotrigine is used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder.

Therapeutic Category

Lamotrigine: Anti-epileptics

How Lamotrigine works

Lamotrigine helps control or prevent seizures by stabilizing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Common side effects of Lamotrigine

• dizziness, headache
• aggression, irritability
• sleepiness or lack of sleep
• shaking, lack of coordination
• joint/back pain, tiredness
• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
• diarrhea, dry mouth
• rash

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor:

• in case of accidental overdosage
• if you experience serious skin reaction (skin rash, blistering or peeling, hives, painful sores in your mouth or around your eyes)
• if you experience blood or liver problems such as fever, frequent infections, severe muscle pain, swollen face, eyes, lips, tongue or lymph nodes, unusual bruising or bleeding, paleness, weakness, fatigue, yellow skin or eyes, trouble walking or seeing, fits for the first time or happening more often, pain or tenderness in upper stomach area
• if you experience heartbeat problems such as fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat, feel your heart skip a beat, breathlessness, chest pain, lightheadedness
• if you experience suicidal ideas or attempt, new or worsening depression, anxiety or irritability, agitation or restlessness, aggression, anger, or violence, acting on dangerous impulses, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, extremely increased activity and talking, other unusual changes in behavior or mood)
• if you experience signs of aseptic meningitis (headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, stiff neck, rash, unusual light sensitivity, muscle pains, chills, confusion, drowsiness)

Health Tips for Lamotrigine

• Maintain a healthy lifestyle by adopting a balanced diet, engage in regular physical activity, getting sufficient sleep, and managing stress levels for overall well-being and to complement the effects of Lamotrigine