INDICATIONS
Lamictal is used for treating some types of seizures. It may be used alone or to medicines. It may also be used to delay the occurrence of mood problems in a few patients with bipolar disorder. Lamictal is definitely an anticonvulsant.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use Lamictal as directed by your doctor.
Ask your medical provider any questions maybe you have about how exactly to utilize Lamictal.
STORAGE
Store Lamictal at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store far from heat, moisture, and lightweight. Do not store within the bathroom. Keep Lamictal out of your reach of youngsters and faraway from pets.
MORE INFO:
Active Ingredient: Lamotrigine.
All medicines might cause unwanted effects, but many individuals have no, or minor, unwanted side effects.
Check using your doctor if any of these most popular unwanted effects persist or become bothersome:
Blurred or double vision; constipation; decreased coordination; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; headache; nausea; painful menstrual periods; runny or stuffy nose; stomach upset or pain; tiredness; sleep disorders; vomiting; weakness; weight reduction.
Seek medical attention without delay if some of these severe negative effects occur:
Severe allergies (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); absent menstrual period or any other menstrual changes; calf pain or tenderness; chest pain; dark urine; difficult or painful urination; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; new or worsening mental or mood changes (eg, anxiety, depression, restlessness, irritability, panic attacks, behavior changes, suicidal thoughts or attempts); new or worsening seizures; pale stools; reddened, blistered, swollen, or peeling skin; severe muscle pain or tenderness; severe or persistent stomach pain; shortness of breath; sores inside mouth or around the eyes; swelling from the hands, ankles, or feet; swollen lymph glands; tremor; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual weakness or tiredness; vaginal itching or discharge; vision changes; yellowing from the eyes or skin.
This is not a complete set of all unwanted effects which could occur. If you have questions regarding negative effects, contact your medical provider.
Do NOT use Lamictal if:
Some health concerns may talk with Lamictal. Tell a medical expert or pharmacist in case you have any medical ailments, particularly if any from the following apply to you:
Some medicines may connect to Lamictal. Tell your doctor if you might be taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
This will not be a whole listing of all interactions that could occur. Ask your health care provider if Lamictal may interact with medicines that you take. Check with your doctor prior to starting, stop, or customize the dose of any medicine.
Important safety information:
Airmail: 2-3 business weeks
EMS: 3-8 business days
Airmail: 2-3 weeks, EMS: 3-8 business days.