Lamictal rash appearance

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Hi Michelle, I know a little about Lamictal. I know it is used for mood stabilization for depression or Bipolar illness. It does have the possibility of a very serious rash as a side effect too. I didn't know it was used for TN or other facial pain. Please let us know how it works. I would think you would start getting benefit of it within the next 2 weeks.

I took Lamictal and Trileptal together for 5 years without a problem, and then one day I began to develop a bad Lamictal rash and had to go off of the lamictal. I didn't get the bumps in my tongue but I did get them in my ears, bellybutton and other places. After a while, they started itching, too. I took Seroquel before, too. I also fainted when I first took it. My doctor cut the dose in half for a week and then I started taking a fuller dose without the fainting problem.

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Been taking Lamictal "slowly " for 2 1/2 weeks ---I believe I am starting a slight rash ...don't feel it...but... how do I know when to seek medical attention?

The pain seems to go deep into my body. I am on Lamictal. Wondering if this is possibly a Lamictal rash? Shingles? I am 46. Ellen L.

I have been on lamictal for 2.5 years with no symptoms of rash. I now have a very itchy trunk rash that has developed, and worsened over the past 4 months. I am also under alot of stress at work. I wok out alot, and also wonder if rash reacts more with heavy sweating during workouts. I have no fever, fatigue, headaches etc. Only itching.

I'm really pleased with the medication. Lamictal is a rashy drug - so don't be concerned if you get a rash. Chances that its the toxic rash are VERY VERY low. Only be concerned if you get a rash and a fever together. CrazyMeds website explains this all pretty well. The only side effect I get from Lamictal is the stupid "Lamictal Headache." Which can be a bother. But on the flip side, it really is one of the better mood stabilisers.

You're playing with fire in using the SamE, taking many chances of having a serious side effect. Since rash and hives are also a part of SamE and the Lamictal, maybe if you stopped the SamE, and tried the Lamictal would be better. I would go back to your doctor and ask him exactly what he feels your chances are of developing another severe condition with the new medication.

My question is: how long can sunburn-like rash symptoms last after discontinuing Lamictal and what treatment methods are best? Here's what happened: 6/6/05: started Lamictal 12.

I was taking Lamictal (anti-seizure medicine) while getting ECT treatments. SHOULD I HAVE BEEN TAKEN OFF LAMICTAL BEFORE THE INDUCED SEIZURES? I am experiences extreme memory loss and cognitve function. Unable to speak articulately since the ECT. It doesn't make sense that I would be on an anti seizure medicine. Would this require more electricity to be used to induce the seizure? Would more electricity risk brain damage? Which I feel I have.

From your posts it seems that you have been on Lamictal for awhile, adverse symptoms usually appear right away. I am on 400mg/day of Lamictal, I have no side effects. I started on 200mg/day without any side effects. Anyway, I'm sure you posted this for ILADVOCATE, so I'll stop! He is very knowledgeable, and may know about this.

I wouldn't worry too much about it, unless you get a rash. It a rash appears, then you need to be concerned. If this does happen, get a hold of you doctor right away.. Unfortunately the rash is another infrequent side effect of the medication, but you have to keep track of it; in case it turns into Steven-Johnson Syndrome. It's a Catch-22, the rash does happen to some people, but the chances of it becoming a serious issues are very rare..

I would be interested in hearing what you think about Lamictal. All I know is that there is a potential rash that can appear while taking Lamictal and that it must be started at a very low dose and gradually increased until there is improvement in depression. Feel free to write to me.

How long should a sunburn-like rash persist after discontinuing Lamictal? I've been off Lamictal for about 1.5 months and the redness and sunburn-like effect has spread to most of my body. I've heard it can take up to 6 months for the body to recover.

My mum helped me put tan on in advance so i was a lovely golden colour. After the pre dinner drinks i felt hot but alright but i looked down and saw my rash appearing. Nobody had commented on it yet which i thought was strange. Not even my friends know about my rash because i have kept it hidden for so long.

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Unfortunately, we have only tried lamictal and my daughter got a horrible ringworm rash, which could have been actually triggered by lamictal so she's now on keppra. Thank you!

If they pulled you off of Epilim and put you on Lamictal, then I wouldn't even think about getting back on Lamictal. That sounded like a nasty, nasty rash. If you were on Epilim and they threw you on Lamictal, then I'd give it another shot. There's actually a starter pack out there that would allow you to discontinue the Epilim and add Lamictal that's very easy to use.

I would say if the doctor says there is nothing to worry about that means that they believe the rash is not from Lamictal because if they did then they would give specific instructions to see them immediately. It may be any other dermatological concerns that are not related to the Lamictal and are harmless. The specific rash of concern is called Stephen's Johnson syndrome and is a full blown allergic reaction that can be caused by Lamictal among other medications and is very dangerous.

said it was the best, and newest, drug for my seizure type. unfortunately, i was taken off of lamictal due to the appearance of a rash. i'd like to do some research on other drugs people might suggest as being as helpful as lamictal. i'm not familiar with the drugs so don't want to do the search blindly. ultimately, it's doctor's call. i just like to do my own homework and be well informed. i also like to hear about other people's experiences with the drugs. thanks, and, in advance.

I am taking Lamictal 200 mg and Haldol 2 mg. When first diagnosed with Bi-Polar I was apprehensive to take anything that would make me gain weight. My psychiatrist prescribed me Lamictal and it has been a true lifesaver. One thing to know about Lamictal is that it can cause a very serious and life threatening rash dubbed, "Lamictal rash". If you decide to take Lamictal, don't play around with it.

Hi again, I have done a quick research on lamictal - it is not licensed in the UK for the treatment of mood disorders so I would not be able to get it. It appears that lamictal is given when all others have failed to do the job adequately, so perhaps that means that it has a higher success rate than tegratol etc. It is the same with topomax, I asked my pdoc for that but it has not yet been licensed for mood disorders yet it can be prescribed for severe migraine! Oh well.

I have been taking lamictal for seizures, however, on it for 11 years now, so thinking if it was a life threating rash, I would have had more signs. Have been to 2 ERs, 2 Dermatologists, 2 General Practioners and an Allergist. None had a specific answer. Anyone ever experience this?

Took Lamictal Thursday and Friday and broke out in a full body rash Saturday morning. Called on call doc and she said to call them Monday, I asked what do I do if it gets worse, she said go to the emergency room. She didn't even tell me to take anything for it. So, I called the pharmacist because it was itching and she told me to take Zertec followed by one benadryl if the itching didn't stop. Today, the bumps are more raise and I have 2 small red raised patches.

Have you tried Lamictal (lamotrigine)? It is generally considered 1st line for bipolar depression.

I know my dr is going to suggest Lamictal when I go on the 10th. I don't like Lamictal but the drs like it for bipolar depression. I can't take antidepressants because they spur mixed and manic episodes and I'm already having those. I'm rapid cycling with serious depressions, possibly dangerous to myself depressions where my thought processes are about death and dying but my feelings are of a quiet euphoria, everything taking on a deeper meaning.

Does anyone have any experience with Bi-polar ll and the medications which are used to treat it? It appears that for many years I may have been mis-diagnosed as strictly "Uni-polar" but I am having a lot of difficulty controling my depression with just AD's because I get a bit Hypomanic, which results in severe agitation, steady high anxiety and bursts of agitated uncomfortable energy. I have an appointment with my P-doc tomorrow.

Namaste, There are a multitude of mood stabilizers used to control the effects of Bipolar Disorder. From what you've written, it doesn't appear as if your doctor has treated you with any mood stabilizers. Mood stabilizers used in the treatment of bipolar disorder include, Depakote, Depakene, Eskalith, Lithobid(Lithium), Lithonate and Lithotabs. Although, not approved for tratment of bipolar disorder by the FDA, the following medications are oftentimes also used to control mood.

I am on an antipsychotic glycine which is highly effective but still in Phase II FDA study and am coping with severe tardive dyskinesia from the long term effects of all currently available antipsychotics,which the study medication I am on cannot cause but will not reverse. Lamictal apart from monitoring for a rare rash (1 in a thousand people) which will stop if discontinued is otherwise safe and effective.

I'm a 38 yr. old female 30 lbs overweight. 6 weeks ago I found lumps under skin of forearm - doctor said it's a lipoma. 2 weeks ago (over a period of 2 days) areas of both arms (wrist to shoulder) developed the fatty bumps, swelling, & areas feeling firm under the skin. No pain/redness/itching. Also had muscle pain in upper arms/shoulders with some nausea, paresthesia in arms & hands & stiff fingers mostly in a.m..

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