Lamictal

Directions

Take Lamictal exactly as prescribed by your doctor. In adults, Lamictal is started at a low dose, ranging from 25 mg every other day to 50 mg once a day. Over a number of weeks, the dose is gradually increased until a maintenance dose is reached, ranging from 50 mg to 250 mg twice a day. In children, lamotrigine is given according to the weight of the child. Lamictal may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day.

Precautions

Before taking Lamictal you should talk with your doctor if you have liver disease, such as liver failure or cirrhosis, kidney disease, including kidney failure (renal failure), heart disease or any heart problems, blood disorder, any allergies. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause blurred vision. Do not drive or perform tasks that require alertness. Limit alcoholic beverages.

Contraindications

You should not take Lamictal if you are allergic to lamotrigine or to any of the ingredients of the medication.

Possible side effect

Get emergency medical help if you have changes in weight, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, heartburn, nausea, poor appetite, vomiting, weakness, anxiety, confusion, depression, irritability, mood or mental changes, blurred vision, clumsiness, unsteadiness, fever, chills, sore throat, itching, memory loss, red or irritated eyes, yellow skin or eyes, dark urine, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, fatigue, skin rash, swelling of the hands, feet, ankles. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.