- im scared...now what???? 14th December 2006
... what works for him...which in his case is lithium, lamictal and tegretol. He has now been stable for over 18...
- Keeping the family together 13th December 2006
... really help but don't have many side effects. I'm on Lamictal now and I haven't had any side effects other than...
- Calling all "Lifer's 12th December 2006
... realized that my bipolar is resistant to antidepressants. Lamictal was a God Send to me and maoi's only thing to jerk ... me out of suicidal depression.:) Get this:) lamictal /maoi......I couldn't remember what I had for breakfast...
... My 13 year old daughter is also on lamictal and geodon with wellbutrin and lithium... I am wondering...
... it's confusing and frustrating enough for adults! Lamictal hasn't given me any side effects other than wild dreams...
... My 13 year old daughter is also on lamictal and geodon with wellbutrin and lithium... I am wondering ... mania and another for depression. I am a huge fan:) of lamictal /wellbutrin they keep me steady as a rock alert, functioning ... its punch after about 6-8 months, but because the lamictal keeps my moods stable, I am always on lamictal and...
... What do you all think of Lamictal ? I just started taking it. It has caused me to be ... read my past posts, they know I am a very big fan of lamictal \wellbutrin. They compliment each other. I really feel ... bad you got a bad side effect from the lamictal ! If the nausea persists or you get any more side ... effects, maybe lamictal is not for you. Depacote is also a good stabalizer ... Coffeegirl, I hope your side effects subside from the lamictal , but if they don't, I hope you stay clear-headed enough...
- Changing meds again 12th December 2006
... now at 38 they say I am bi-polar. They put me on Lamictal 200 mg and effexor 75 mg and I take resperdol at night...
... medication my 25-year old son was put on. He now takes lamictal and tegretol along with the lithium and has been stable...
- What's the deal with the price of Lithobid? 11th December 2006
... that particular medication, but I can tell you that Lamictal is even MORE expensive, if you can believe that! I...
- Concerns with Weight Gain 10th December 2006
... I've been on AD's and any of these drugs. I'm on Lamictal now and it's supposed to be weight neutral but let...
- Bipolar and Seventeen, in need of advice 9th December 2006
... parents with you?
My daughter is on abilify and lamictal . She has been stabilized now for a few months (she...
...
I think part of my problem was coming off of the Lamictal , which was helping, but I started having side effects...
... I'm also on Abilify... Lamictal was working as well for a while, but then I started...
... some meds and took her off of one or two while adding Lamictal to the drug cocktail, so to speak. She's been trying...
... at night for anxiety (1 tablet), and just restarted Lamictal so still on the 25 mg. dose, but probably will get...
... care of yourself ~
Tsohl
Try asking your psyc about Lamictal been on it for atleast a year...works wonders no more...
... I am back on Lamictal . It worked once before, but I thought it was causing ... now on Xanax for that. Since, I've gone back to the Lamictal , but I had to start over at the low dose (25 mg.)...
... you so you don't fail. Just a thought.
Give the Lamictal some time. I'm hoping it will help.
And smart...
... for the remainder of the week. >.< He lso up'ed my Lamictal to 225mg (200mg before) without telling me. And he...
... left my mom when I was ten.
I was on 200mg. of Lamictal , 0.5mg. of Ativan during the day as needed, 1.0mg ... twice a day and 1.0mg. of Klonopin at night, 225mg. of Lamictal (soon to be up'ed to 300mg.), and 300mg. of Seroquel...
... side lately...I think I just need to increase the Lamictal a little and it'll help, but there might be something...
... was a bit disappointed that he didn't increase her Lamictal . He still wants to increase her Seroquel some more ... and then work with the Lamictal . She is only on 150mgs of the Lamictal and she feels...
... system before I can function. :S Anyway, she up'ed my Lamictal to 300mg. with the intention of having me up to 400mg...
... and other teachers have been more supportive. The Lamictal will kick in before your AP tests which is a good...
... through something similar....and she thinks that her Lamictal should be increased too. How much did your pdoc increase ... your Lamictal by??? And when did you start your last increase?...
... focus without overwhelming myself...
I increased my Lamictal today from 225mg to 300mg, and in seven days, I'll...
... quickly subsided.
Also! I found a way to take the Lamictal without gagging. ^_^ We have dogs and in the past ... and realised that if I did a similar thing with the Lamictal , but wrapping it in a fruit roll up, I could swallow ... lightheadedness, and slurred speech side effects of Lamictal ? I never had this problem before the latest increase ... continued the next day, I'm starting to think it's the Lamictal ...I'm going to research it, but I thought I'd ask...
... concert and that you found a good way to take the Lamictal .
Let us know how today went at school.
Love...
... Paige1989;2965556]Also! I found a way to take the Lamictal without gagging. We have dogs and in the past, they ... and realised that if I did a similar thing with the Lamictal , but wrapping it in a fruit roll up, I could swallow ... lightheadedness, and slurred speech side effects of Lamictal ? I never had this problem before the latest increase ... continued the next day, I'm starting to think it's the Lamictal ...I'm going to research it, but I thought I'd ask ... as you very well know, Erin is on both Seroquel and Lamictal and I really think it is the Seroquel causing the ... 50mgs in the afternoon and 300mgs at bedtime. Her Lamictal is 150mgs at bedtime and she is thinking that she ... think that it really isn't and that she may need more Lamictal instead. You would think that the increases in Seroquel ... would do it but since it isn't perhaps it is the Lamictal that will help out.
I am glad that the concert...
... back. >.> She said that it could very well be the Lamictal and told me to hold off increasing it until AP exams ... sooo frustrated though. I'm not sure if I need more Lamictal or more Seroquel or a whole different drug. It could ... I'll get through it all. I have to.
As for the Lamictal , Erin very well may need an increase. That's my pdoc...
... you diagnosed? And what meds are you on? I'm on Lamictal 350mg, Seroquel 300mg (soon to be 400mg.), and Klonopin...
... after the Seroquel increases, I'll be increasing my Lamictal to 400mg. if necessary.
Gahhh, my moods have been...
... more of an impact on her. The pdoc increased her Lamictal from 150mgs to 175mgs for a week and then to 200mgs...
- Seroquel 8th December 2006
... luck with Seroquel helping for depression? I'm on Lamictal (not up to 100 yet) and it isn't doing anything yet...
... and he only takes it "as needed." Regarding the lamictal , it doesn't sound like you've reached what would be...
- multiple meds 8th December 2006
... taking multiple meds for their treatment? I take Lamictal , Abilify, Trileptal and Cytomel for my bipolar. I...
... is quite common. My 25-year old son takes lithium, lamictal and tegretol after being on just about everything...
- Im bipolar and need help 6th December 2006
... of it when it caused her to lactate. She is now on Lamictal and Seroquel which are working well for her....she ... Seroquel will cause weight gain and level off....the Lamictal is also weight neutral with very little in terms of...
- a little manic...!!! 6th December 2006
... not going to lie. I think I need a higher dose of lamictal or another med. I see the pdoc in about a week. But...
- Abilify to Lamictal... 6th December 2006
... Abilify anymore.
I am beginning the starter pack of Lamictal tonight. I am going to try a lower dose than normal...
... Sheila
I just started the Lamictal too. Still taking the Abilify though. It also made ... me gain weight. ugh. Hopefully the Lamictal won't. In reference to taking the Lamictal. Either ... that question to help you.
Good luck with the Lamictal .
Take care
Coffeegirl...
- manic-need some support and advice 6th December 2006
... ve been having, etc., he placed me on a new drug; Lamictal . There are many here who take this drug. It would...
... Dear Coffeegirl,
My son is on Lamictal . We, too, were terrified of the rash, but so far...
... I just wanted to let you know that I too am taking lamictal ! Just start the lamictal at a low dose (I started...
... Hi Coffeegirl,
My 25-year old son takes lamictal . He has been on many different meds through the years ... and now has been on lamictal for about 18 months. Of the many he has been on,...
... and am glad that you came to seek advice about the Lamictal . PLEASE do not worry about the Lamictal....as you ... Seroquel but not a tremendous amount by any means but the Lamictal has been fine).
Erin developed some swollen ... IF you run into any problems.
I have heard that Lamictal has been the wonder drug for many people once they ... the med for you and the other good thing about the Lamictal is that there is no need to worry about checking blood...
... about your own situations in regards to the medication Lamictal .
Luckily, the pdoc did place me out on the starter...
... combination with everything else and it was the addition of lamictal that finally allowed him to start feeling actually...
- dx w/bipolar today depakote? 6th December 2006
... the one" to help you feel your best.
I am taking lamictal at the moment but am manic. I see my pdoc in a week...
... Hi Llama, she mentioned lamictal and actually pulled out a sample but for some reason...
- Lamictal Switch 6th December 2006
... I just got put on Lamictal in August. I'm at 150mg. I'm sure you know how it ... How frustrating it is. But so far so good on the Lamictal . I did have to up the dose from 100 to 150 but my ... with.. but I haven't noticed any big change.
The Lamictal seems to have stabalized my moods pretty well. I don...
... I've been on Lamictal for 3 or so years and have no problems with weight ... 300mg/day. I do take other meds in addition to the Lamictal so i don't know how it works on its own....
- Lamictal 4th December 2006
... agree with Lanugo. Ride it out if you can. I take Lamictal , too. I've been taking it for three years. I don...
... I am also taking lamictal . My pdoc said it could make me sleepy, so I should ... your sleep. Ask your pdoc and see what he/she thinks. Lamictal seems like a good med. I really haven't had any side ... some irritability (although I don't think that the lamictal is to blame to be honest)....
... I'm experiencing the exact same thing on Lamictal . The drug is working wonderfully with my moods and...
- What the...? 4th December 2006
... the bipolar or both? What meds are you on? I'm on lamictal and zoloft as of now (we'll see though on my next...
... the bipolar or both? What meds are you on? I'm on lamictal and zoloft as of now (we'll see though on my next...
- 13 year old daughter on edge 3rd December 2006
... meds and put her back on wellbutrin and reduced the lamictal and raides her geodon... Anyway, friday night I was...
... and she split her geodon to 60 am and 60 pm also lamictal 100 am 100 pm kept her lithium the same. I am just...
- Worried about sister w/BiPolar 1 need your advice 2nd December 2006
... is first choice for Bipolar I. My daughter is on Lamictal and Seroquel and that combo seems to be working out...
- long term use of seroquel?? 1st December 2006
... think I'm stuck somewhere in the moat?! When does Lamictal kick in? 100mgs? That means I have another 2 weeks...
- Lamictal - Memory 30th November 2006
... I've been on Lamictal for 3 years. I have the same problem, however, it...
... I've been on 200mg of Lamictal for about 3 months now and my short term memory is...
... go back to sleep and have the same damn dream! The Lamictal is really steadying my moods but I can't deal with...
... I am also on lamictal and I feel like my short term memory has also gotten...
... if i was having that problem previous to taking the Lamictal .. Had I not been on the phone she would have actually ... ever tell her that they were having memory loss with Lamictal . Just because im the first doesnt mean im making it ... happens.
At first she actually wanted to decrease my Lamictal .. I told her never because she had to double it because...
... I am curious to know if people taking lamictal are taking an anti depressnt along with it? In close ... interaction, but it was a God send for me. My combo is Lamictal and MAOI. With the lamictal alone my memory seems...
... I don't have any prolems with Lamictal and I've been taking it for about 3 or so years. ...
... go back to sleep and have the same damn dream! The Lamictal is really steadying my moods but I can't deal with ... getting so little sleep!!!
I was on Lamictal and Prozac for a while and had memory problems. I ... what has acutally happened and what was in a dream. Lamictal is good for my moods but my sleeping habits have gotten...
... Sleeping issues/vivid dreams seem to be an issue with Lamictal . Are they a problem just in the beginning and eventually ... away or will they remain the entire time you take Lamictal ?...
- need moe advice on meds 30th November 2006
... would inquire about adding a mood stabilizer such as lamictal . Just being on one or two isn't necessarily the right ... find a new pdoc. My son is currently taking lithium, lamictal , tegretol and has seroquel to take as needed. This...
... can relate to and a mood stabilizer. My son is on Lamictal , Abilify, and Seroquel as needed. It's a new mix ... so I can't tell you how successful we are yet, but Lamictal and Abilify are definitely mood stablilizers and Seroquel...
... disorders? do you think something additional like lamictal will help? or are they the same drug? im assuming...
... Lamictal is a mood stabilizer (it was originally an anticonvulsant ... monotherapy and it works great for him. I just started Lamictal but I'm very optimistic as I've only heard good things...
- Tired all the time 29th November 2006
... tired all the time. I am currently taking Topamax, Lamictal and Abilify. My sleep schedule is terrible so that...
... tired all the time. I am currently taking Topamax, Lamictal and Abilify. My sleep schedule is terrible so that...
- Use of Omega 3s--Fish Oils 29th November 2006
... I never felt good either.
The doctor put me on Lamictal , and I was terrified. At first, I decided to stay ... while longer just so I wouldn't have to get on the Lamictal . However, it's been about two months and I'm up to ... about how scared we were of the lithium, but with Lamictal , you don't even have to get your levels checked or ... the headaches or anything that can be symptomatic of Lamictal . Nothing but feeling better.
Is that an option...
...
I have thought about the possibility of trying lamictal . im really pleased to hear that its working so well...
- Bipolar forever 29th November 2006
... hypomania was. I am hopeful the mood stabilizer ( lamictal ) will help me. I am upset though, because I always...
- 13 year old bi-polar daughter 28th November 2006
... what happens. She is currently of Lithium Geodon and Lamictal . Anyway, just needed to vent and also wondered if...
... that is scary because I have a 15 year old who is on Lamictal and Seroquel. She has been on various other meds...
... Lithium/Depakote/Abilify and the other just began Lamictal , but I haven't had to make a decision like this.
...
... the epilepsy med or should I continue the BP med ( lamictal and Ablify). What a mess!
I decided I was no expert ... 10miligrams) and the Neuroligst thought she should take Lamictal (which is an anti-convulsant).
So far (2 weeks...
... been even worse without it. they are lowering her lamictal some and increasing the geodon . The pediatric cardiologis...
- New here 27th November 2006
... with Bipolar (NOS) as well. She is on Seroquel and Lamictal ....what meds are you on and do they help?? It is...
- Some advice wanted please... 27th November 2006
... as well. Effexor (which for me made me feel icky), Lamictal (there are chances of side effects, buit I got the ... rash on the chest which could of lead to death)...but lamictal when tolerated is a great drug from all I have heard...
... depressive side it is noted that both Seroquel and Lamictal are both wonderful in terms of treating the depressive ... with minimal no side effects to really speak of. The Lamictal is great however, it will take at least 6-8 weeks...
- Abilify - not sure what to do... 26th November 2006
... didn't like the effexor either. I have also tried lamictal , zoloft, paxil and a plethera of other meds (I am...
- Lamictal dosing 24th November 2006
... I am on Lamictal but I am not sure about what I am about to tell you ... so don't take my word for it. I don't think Lamictal works that way, I think it has to build up in the...
... I've been taking Lamictal for 3 years. I have always taken 100 in the am and...
... [FONT="Comic Sans MS"]Hi. I have been on Lamictal since the summer of 2001. It is one of the few meds...
... [QUOTE=always smiling]I've been taking Lamictal for 3 years. I have always taken 100 in the am and ... the pm.
Hey always smiling, I am about to start lamictal . Did you find it was a nice gradual experince and...
- Memory is shot... 24th November 2006
... started taking seroquel for paranoia and mania and Lamictal as a mood stabilizer. I take them at night and have...
- Virtually 'Asexual'..... 22nd November 2006
... recently lost 10lbs on a specialized diet, and on the Lamictal , I have not been as hungry. This week I lost 3 lbs...
... recently lost 10lbs on a specialized diet, and on the Lamictal , I have not been as hungry. This week I lost 3 lbs ... to get it together!!
What meds are you on? Just Lamictal ???
Good on you for having lost that weight - really...
... to having the same problem. I'm currently taking Lamictal 200mg and Zoloft 100mg and I have no sex drive at...
- Please Help Me With My Daughter 21st November 2006
... the Trileptal didn't help, but he is tolerating the Lamictal well so far and it does seem to be helping. He is...
- Bipolar Mania and Oxycontin 21st November 2006
... beginning to stabilize on my meds. I recently started Lamictal and everything was good for a week or two until doc...
- struggling 21st November 2006
... example, he currently is on lithium, tegretol and lamictal ) Be sure to talk to your pdoc to see if he thinks...
- please give advice... 19th November 2006
... that he is not on a mood stabilizer like Lithium or Lamictal (or any of the others). My pdoc told me they start ... Seroquel as needed for anxiety. He is up to 100 mg. of Lamictal , is still taking 600 mg. of Trileptal (he's on his...
... not be enough and a second med or mood stabilizer ( Lamictal , Lithium, Depakote, Trileptal etc.) may be necessary...
... our heads spin. the doc did mention something about lamictal this past weekend appt...part of the problem here...
- Weight Gain 19th November 2006
... weight gainer. Right now I take Abilify, Topamax and Lamictal .
Last month I had a bad episode but was afraid to...
... I take Lamictal and really like it...very few side effects and weight...
- Bipolar - Class II 19th November 2006
... and that's why they didn't work. I'm on Lithium and Lamictal , have been a perfect weight and now I'm gaining. ...
- It's my body. 18th November 2006
... should continue the Abilify and start on half a pill of Lamictal .
Today, she told me that against doctors orders ... , she was only going to take only the Lamictal . "It's my body, I do what I want with it."
She ... she is taking her meds. Now she has this new med ( lamictal ) and she refuses to follow the doctors orders.
...
- Reassessment 18th November 2006
... geared for that.....I am not 100% but I think that Lamictal is one of them. I just looked it up and yes.....the ... an antidepressant but not as well as treatment with Lamictal . So you may wish to do some further research on rapid ... meds would work out best for you. I know that the Lamictal has a great side effect profile minus the nasty rash ... some time to get up to a therapeutic level with the Lamictal that you ask your doctor to put something else in...
... his mainstay has been lithium. He now is also on lamictal and tegretol. He was also on seroquel for awhile...
- Ages & Stages 17th November 2006
... fight like I used to. I'm working my way up on the Lamictal . Mouth is dry as hell! My depression is more intense...
- Does this happen often with Bipolar? 17th November 2006
... is all new for us...he is beginning his 6th week of lamictal and he is still taking Adderall. He says he has no...
... is all new for us...he is beginning his 6th week of lamictal and he is still taking Adderall. He says he has no...
... again. My husband has been getting help-he has been on lamictal for about 6 weeks now and he is seeing a psychologist...
- Alphabet letters..... 16th November 2006
... you cold send a post in while to let me know if the Lamictal helps your daughters BPD.
Thank-u,
Nut.:)...
... so desperate to see my daughter happy, but she took Lamictal twice (12.5 milligrams) and I can't believe the difference...
- Lamictal Mouth - any remedy for this dry hell? 16th November 2006
... Hey gang,
I am just beginning 200mg of Lamictal , and it seems that as soon as I added the second 50mg...
- Brand New----- 14th November 2006
... m just tired, ya know? Now I'm still on those plus Lamictal and Geodon. Still too early 2 tell but I'm trying...
- Will Stability Ever Come For My Daughter?? 13th November 2006
... 25mgs and is up to 50mgs now and they increased her Lamictal to 75mgs for a week and then we will up it to 100mgs...
- Please Someone Out There-help! 12th November 2006
... recently was diagnosed with bipolar II. He started Lamictal a month ago. Will he ever want to move back home?...
... husband's behavior. I can tell you that a month on lamictal is not long enough to make much of a difference in ... that he will need one or more meds in addition to the lamictal . Finding the appropriate meds is usually a very long...
- Husband newly diagnosed 12th November 2006
... previously been dx and treated with ADHD. He began Lamictal about a month ago. He is functional in most aspects...
- Could i have borderline personality disorder? 12th November 2006
... therefore treated the same way. I did some research on Lamictal , and that seems to be the drug of choice for poeple...
- borderline personality disorder and bipolar 12th November 2006
... she only takes Abilify and is about to switch to Lamictal . But no med combo.
I also noticed that her moods...
- Our Kids Still Bipolar-Where's the Crew? 12th November 2006
... been on Seroquel for 6 days (50mgs) and increased the Lamictal to 75mgs for a week and will go up to 100mgs starting...
... (from 50mgs) and also has increased from 75mgs of Lamictal to 100mgs. I am hoping with the increase in both ... now approaching a more therapeutic range with the Lamictal !!;)
She is still very irritable....nearly bit...
... do you feel about that?
Zac is also on 100 mg of Lamictal and the pdoc finally added an anti-depressant. He...
... news about Zac. My son takes lithium, tegretol and lamictal . He can take seroquel if needed, but he hasn't had...
... for only a couple of days now...isnt seroquel and lamictal the same kind of drug? if so then why take both?...
... fairly quickly when increased to a usual dosage. The Lamictal on the other hand, needs to be titrated very slowly ... increased the less likely one is to develop this rash. Lamictal is a mood stabilizer which also works on the depressive ... disorder.
I am a little confused....is your son on the Lamictal ...I know that the Effexor is an antidepressant. If...
... ok thanks for the meds info...no hes not on lamictal ..is seroquel a mood stabilizer also? is 100mgs to...
... As far as Erin goes....the increase in Seroquel and Lamictal has us having good days and bad days....on Saturday...
... He's happy with Zac's progress and is upping the Lamictal to 150 mg. Zac has been in a good place for several...
... of the Trileptal and the sleep meds. He is now on Lamictal , Seroquel and Abilify and he claims that the Abilify...
... of the Trileptal and the sleep meds. He is now on Lamictal , Seroquel and Abilify and he claims that the Abilify...
... meds is Erin currently on? Zac is now on 150 mg. of Lamictal , Seroquel as needed for anxiety and 100 mg. at night...
... know if they are planning on increasing the dosage of Lamictal ?
Hope things are going ok for everyone. This time...
... somewhat concerned of it possibly being related to the Lamictal . We have an appointment with a dermatologist tomorrow ... STeven Johnson Syndrome and whether we can continue the Lamictal . For now we are holding tonight's dose until she ... her med in fear of how she would feel without the Lamictal and was quite irritable and agitated upon our return...
- antidepressant other than wellbutrin 9th November 2006
... on that! But now I am on zoloft (in addition to the lamictal ) and it does work well for me. I am not saying that...
- Can't control myself... 8th November 2006
... As far as me, I am taking Paxil CR and Lamictal . My anger sometimes lasts for days. It just depends...
- Lamictal's side effects 7th November 2006
... I take Lamictal 100mg , and I do think its keeping the manic moods ... all.
What are others' personal experiences with Lamictal and its side effects?
Also, can anyone share what...
- abilify and zoloft combination 6th November 2006
... I'm currently taking Lamictal and Zoloft but I haven't experienced any weight gain ... Super-Manic so I stopped immediately. I'd say give Lamictal a try if you haven't yet, it seems to be very weight...
- Lamictal and Seroquel, please help 5th November 2006
... I am also BPII and on Lamictal , recently being taken off Lithium because of the side ... makes it difficult to differentiate the effects of the Lamictal , if there are any yet. My pdoc didn't want me to completely ... the Lithium until I was at the appropriate dosage of Lamictal , and I'm still not there yet and I've been on it several...
... taking lithium and med for thyroid) I started taking lamictal and seroquel about one and half years ago. Worked...
- Lamictal- not manic anymore but sad 4th November 2006
... i think lamictal is finally kicking in for me but I feel terribly depressed ... need to be told to try another one. I was told that lamictal has an antidepressant effect on people but I dont...
... ask what dosage you are up to??? My daughter is on Lamictal and only at 50mgs because we have to go extra slowly ... have read about of this drug.
I also heard that Lamictal serves best as an add on med in treating Bipolar and ... definitely call your doctor. Also....adding alcohol to the Lamictal will only cancel out it's antidepressant effect since...
- what is with this place? 3rd November 2006
... mentioned that you shouldn't drink alcohol while taking lamictal . From my thinking, that was irresponsible of your ... drinking was not a good idea when taking meds such as lamictal . I guess I didn't express it as well as I should...
... mess with your mind so much! :)
I am up to 75mg lamictal but getting up to a higher dose takes soooo long....
... think it is fairly common to need something along with lamictal to get the most benefit. Be patient and keep trying...
- Bipolar/Ambien/Lamictal ..a No No? 31st October 2006
... my doc, but he was gone for the day I am on 100 MG Lamictal for Bipolar II or Bipolar Non Specfic..
My PCP who...
... Panthers - My doctor feels that Lamictal and Ambien are completely fine together. I used them...
- hmmm... 30th October 2006
... How long does lamictal take to work? How will I know if it's working and...
... Hi...the Lamictal is one of the very few meds that WILL NOT cause weight ... else??? Often you will need another med with the Lamictal ....be honest with your pdoc about how you are doing...
... lamictal doesnt really work when you drink......trust me (from...
... work. It isn't a complete waste to still take the lamictal while still drinking, but you definitely aren't giving ... drinking every night has to have an effect on the way the lamictal should be working in your body....best, tsohl....
- Head twinges are gone! 30th October 2006
... what has happened for me.
Doing good now on just lamictal , paxil, geodon and clonzepam....
... glad that they have gone away for you!
I am on lamictal and zoloft now. I've only been on lamictal for a week...
- New to Lamictal 27th October 2006
... so I highly doubt that I would've noticed if the Lamictal caused anxiety. I'm sorry that you're experiencing...
... Lamictal is the best medicine ever created for treating bipolar ... niece was one of the original "poster children" for lamictal trials for patients under 18 (more susceptible for ... house and dragged her to my house. I MADE her take a lamictal and then sat up watching her until morning. When ... point. I am so pleased for you that you have met lamictal . I hope you are among the masses that have been changed...
... Hi:) Thanks for the high praises for Lamictal . My daughter who is 15 is on it but titrating up...
... My daughters neurologist wants my daughter to try Lamictal (she said it is used for bipolar and epilepsy-my daughter...
... Lamictal is the best medicine ever created for treating bipolar ... niece was one of the original "poster children" for lamictal trials for patients under 18 (more susceptible for ... house and dragged her to my house. I MADE her take a lamictal and then sat up watching her until morning. When ... point. I am so pleased for you that you have met lamictal . I hope you are among the masses that have been changed...
... Hello hjayala
I am so very glad that the Lamictal has helped you so much. It does sound wonderful, and...
- im new to the boards been sick a long time ? 27th October 2006
... what it's worth, he's now on lithium, tegretol and lamictal and he has been stable for over a year and a half...
- brainwashed 27th October 2006
... taking these meds. Meds are over-rated. In particular Lamictal . IT is not that great. no wonderdrug....
- does this sound familiar to anyone? 27th October 2006
... case but sometimes I feel like crap... maybe its the lamictal . Which i think is So overrated. its not a bad drug...
- hypomanic and scared 26th October 2006
... antipsychotics, etc. I stopped taking lithium and lamictal too for a few days. What a mistake. A few days later ... When I got out I started taking lithium again - plus lamictal for my "seizure disorder" (I've had two). My regular...
- what to do for depression? 25th October 2006
... I am also on lamictal and have been on effexor xr bfore. It made me very ... agitated/anxious (this was before I was taking lamictal though). I also gained weight on it (which goes to...
- Bipolar I and only take lithium 25th October 2006
... of different combinations...and now is on lithium, lamictal and tegretal and has been good for a year and a half...
- Taking Serequel for Bipolar -need 2 change help me 25th October 2006
... just wanted to let you know that I have just started lamictal and zoloft (which also made me very hyper ro hypomanic ... I guess?). Lamictal is sedating (according to my pdcoc) so it is supposed...
- Self Destructive 25th October 2006
... am seeing put me on ambien, diazepam, effexor, and lamictal . It's really too soon to say whether they are working...
- newly diagnosed...lamictal? 25th October 2006
... not this year too!).
I am only taking 25mg of Lamictal for a week and then 50mg. And then I am to call my...
... I'm a college sophomore on Lamictal (for Asperger's, not bipolar disorder), and it hasn...
... on lithium only but eventually ended up on lithium, lamictal and tegretal. Sometimes it takes quite a lot of trial ... and don't have the side effects.
I think the lamictal should help with your problem sleeping. It's great ... really avoid alcohol so that you know whether the lamictal is working for you, or not. It is a wonderful med ... too. You do have to slowly increase the dosage of lamictal . If you add too much too quickly, you can develop ... you wonderful advice. Good luck to you. I hope the lamictal proves to be the answer for you. best, tsohl....
... try to give a little encouragement.
I've taken Lamictal for quite a while and it is the best mood stabilizer ... hangover headache. I then remembered I had forgotten the Lamictal that night. After taking it the headache disappeared...
- Losing faith in myself! 24th October 2006
... and out of the hospitals. I'm currently on lithium, lamictal , zyprex, and effexor. I want to wean off the lithium ... says I have to stay on it until I build up on the lamictal . I hate how complicated everything can be with blood...
- Fired for being bipolar - anyone? 24th October 2006
... officially been diagnosed bipol and take lithium and lamictal . I was taking Wellbutrin and my dose was increased...
- meds, coping as a military spouse, and living well 23rd October 2006
... yrs. i really never thought about it tho--i was on lamictal 100mg and stable. Recently, i stopped taking meds ... take an anti-psychotic and more meds. I was fine on lamictal before. But everything i read says I will continue...
- how to get going again..... 22nd October 2006
... readjusting your meds. I believe that you said you are on Lamictal ....perhaps a little increase in that will do the trick...
