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Avatar f tn I've usually always take a mood stabilizer, ie. Lamictal & a anti psychotic, ie. Seroquel. I take them in combination or ill be extremely manic. I've tried depakote & the only issue was weight gain & slight hair loss. I haven't noticed many side effects w/ lamictal. I think combining lamictal w/ lithium is a good decision.
1172209 tn?1263427216 When I went through this issue myself I asked to be changed to another mood stabilizer and I found Lamictal to be the most tolerable in this regard, certainly as regards weight gain but each person responds differently to each medication. Sometimes if a person is developing severe side effects from a medication it is worthwhile to consider available options. Speak to your psychiatrist about this.
337492 tn?1212458836 Thanks guys, Stella that is odd, I never have had that problem on Wellbutrin. I just hope these side effects will subside, I love the weight loss benefit I get and the way it makes me feel. I already feel a little better. Well, I guess I will ask my doctor. Thanks!
Avatar f tn I've been on Depakote and Seroquel for bipolar and not improving much, so today the doc took the depakote away and is starting me on Lamictal. Can anyone share your experiences with it? He told me it should not give me the weight gain or fatigue, and the only thing I need to watch for is if a rash develops on my body to let him know immediately, as it could be serious enough to land me in the hospital. Other than that, does the lamictal really have relatively few side effects?
5032487 tn?1365824021 I understand Lamictal is good for this. No weight gain and no side effects, however can also have the opposite effect and may make depression worse. I am not bipolar but have been doing research since my husband was diagnosed. Definitely talk with your doctor. Best of luck!
925572 tn?1246540031 s also effective contrary to gabapentin which has minor side effects but weaker. The majority of the pts in the USA and Canada are under lamictal so i assumed it's good unless the company has a good marketing policy. But since millions of people are using it i don't think they all suffer from memory loss. In any case you may be right the med is comparatively recent and it will take time untril they realise the danger of using it if there is one.
Avatar f tn But he said we also have to wait and see if Lamictal alone will control my bipolar symptoms, and I may have to go back on the other meds as well. Anyone else having success with just Lamictal? If so, do you have any side effects, particularly weight gain, hair loss, etc. Thanks a bunch.
Avatar f tn My question is have you experienced one or both of the side effects? Is hair loss always accompanied by weight loss or vice versa? Are there any tricks you've developed that really work to prevent hair loss? The other option, the name I've spaced on, has hair loss and weight gain. Lose all around. Also, how well has topamax worked for anyone using is as a mood stabilizer?
Avatar n tn m thinking it just depends on the individual as to what side effects it has... But other than the weight she has been doing great....
Avatar n tn Our son had been recently diagnosed as bipolar and has been given depakote to control mood swings. He has an ongoing weight problem and learning of the potential weight gain side-effect has angered him tremendously. Also the thought of weight gain is a trigger to his anger generally. What other alternatives are there to depakote that does not tend to promote weight gain? or, better yet, promotes weight loss? If age matters, he is now 21.
Avatar f tn i did read however that drug called carbamazepline would be a good complement to lamictal and it side effects were not as bad as depakote or lithium...Have you ever heard of the reference medicine...Im at my wits end with all this ****!!!
Avatar n tn I take it for nerve pain and complex migraines. I did experience weight loss but not loss so far, but I do take daily vitamin and extra supplements plus making sure I drink Ensure and a V-8 everyday to keep myself health. I didn’t need to lose any weight. I also cut all alcohol out with the exception of the occasional glass of wine with we are out to dinner with friends…. (Mostly so I don’t look like a party pooper) and anything carbonated taste awful.
Avatar f tn However, I too have noticed that along with many other side effects, the memory loss/confusion is what scares me the most. This may not be the case for everyone, as it is used to treat many things. I absolutely cannot come off it as it has helped me so much, but I do worry about the memory loss. I have been on this drug for probably a year and a half and am currently on 250 mgs. I don't know if this helps or not, but I feel your pain!
1066198 tn?1333309028 I went to my GP yesterday...he sumises possible thyroid dysfunction, other hormonal imbalance, LAMICTAL side effects, stress or possible other (unknown) cause... Started off with the thyroid and other hormone testing-- as well as a CBC and CMP to check all blood counts and metabolic processes... we should have results back by next Wednesday... then go from there.... although my symptoms are classic hypothyroid signs... he is concerned there could also be other causes as well...
1448748 tn?1312956208 m afraid to try lyrica because I already have weight issues and a major side effect is weight gain. I have been on lamictal for 4 months and the higher the dose I felt better, but a felt like my mood was suffering like I was getting snappy.
735919 tn?1236444549 I am on Lamictal and Geodone. It is a good combination for me. Didn't get any side effects with the Lamictal. With Geodone I have a few side effects. One side effect is I lost a lot of weight. Which was good to begin with as I was a size 12 going on to 14 but I am now a size six. I really have to watch that I don't lose anymore weight. I'd like to gain some muscle tone too. I also have some agitation, or it increased what was already there. I alway fidgited now I do it more.
Avatar f tn It is not intended to be used for weight loss alone! Did you know it can cause hair loss and kidney stones? By the way, I have been on Topomax for about a year and haven't lost any weight becasue of the other drugs I am on. Think twice before you add another med to your list!
Avatar f tn He gave me some reading material and we discussed the side effects. Many of the side effects were similar to that of the other meds that I had already been on. The main issue for me is that it has raised my sugar levels. So I have to watch what I eat more than what I did before. BUT, ..... It has been the only medicine that finally helped me! (There was a small timeframe that Abilify was added, but I no longer take it).
Avatar f tn Hi there, I've been on Wellbutrin (150) for a number of years, however, my Dr has recently added Lamictal as well. I'm so worried that the Lamictal will cause me to gain weight. (I previously gained weight with Abilify) Feedback will be greatly appreciated.
Avatar m tn He wants to put me on Lithium, but it scare the heck out of me. There are a number of possible side effects, one being weight gain. I just got my weight under control and don't want to balloon back up. --- I like the place I am right now mentally. I feel good about myself..., but I know in the next day or two I will sink into the depths of hell. ---We also talked about moving my Lamictal up to 600mg per day? -- What do you think?