Oct 17, 2023 · Lamictal (lah-MIK-tal) is the brand name used in the United States, Canada, the UK, Australia, and other countries for the seizure medicine lamotrigine (lah-MO-trih-jeen). Lamictal is available in generic form as lamotrigine. Lamotrigine, also known as Lamictal, is a medication used to treat several different types of seizures.

Blood tests are often checked before treatment with an antiepileptic drug (AED) begins. These results can then be compared with blood tests that are done after you have been taking the AED for some time, to see if there have been any changes

Feb 18, 2007 · my daughter is six now.she has had seizures since she was two.she has been on trileptal since then.I have been pretty happy with trileptal.now she is on 750mgs a day.we had to raise it this week because she started havinh several tpyes of seizures for the last week.doesn't 750mgs for a six year old that weighs 46lbs seem like a lot.Now the ped and the neruo would …

Aug 14, 2017 · Hi all, I'm new to the forum, and was hoping you might be able to share your experiences with me. I started on Lamotrigine (Lamictal) just over a year ago. Prior to starting the tablets my blood pressure was really good, however within a few months of starting my meds my blood pressure went through the roof.

Dec 14, 2014 · Hi,I have been on Lamictal 300mg for about 4 years. My loss of memory and inability to pull out words has gotten to the point where I'm not enjoying life. Holding a conversation that lasts a few sentences has become embarassing. I was wondering if anyone who has been on lamictal and taken off has had their memory return. I will talk to my doctor but the …

Jun 4, 2016 · I am on Keppra (2500 a day) and Lamictal (500 a day). My neurologist and I recently upped the Lamictal dosage and, as a result, my hands have become really shaky. Both my left and right hands constantly shake; whether I eat, (or don't) sleep, (or don't) etc. Basically my hands always shake no matter what I'm doing or not doing. I work as a glazier and …

Apr 15, 2011 · I am checking with the group to see if any of you have had the same problems. I am taking 2000 mg Keppra and 450 mg Lamictal each day. I often have headaches and have noticed an increase in speech problems. Most the time it is word recall. I often replace words with other words. Lately, I need to slow down my speech to get out what I want to say. My level for …

Jan 31, 2010 · Hi, I just started taking lamictal, am taking 100 mg. a day and am upping the dose this wed. Ive noticed after the first week, I am losing alot more hair then what is normal for me. When I asked my doc about this he told me no lamictal doesnt cause hair loss, as its not a listed side effect. But my hair is def. falling out. I am taking vitamins and drinking lots of water. Ive …

Find a comprehensive list of seizure medications, including brand name & generic medicines. Each medication for epilepsy has different uses & side effects.

Feb 20, 2010 · You are hallucinating on Lamictal...it is a side effect...it can be  a serious one too.. you can have blurred or double vision or vision changes...with lamictal and both should be discussed with your dr.   Also...it might cause anxiety.  The main side effect is INSOMNIA...My son used to always turn his head to look at something....and …